MTA Queensland has thrown its support behind the Federal Government decision to adopt the use of electric vehicles in Australia.
The decision follows on from the news that the year 2022 has been indentified as the tipping point for technological changes to take full effect.
On May 22, the Minister for Energy and Environment, Josh Frydenberg announced a $390,000 grant from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) supporting the introduction of electric and hybrid vehicles in the Australian market.
In preparation for the oncoming automotive disruption, Behyad Jafari the Electric Vehicle Council’s Chair has expressed the need to address the barriers preventing the uptake of electric vehicles with a consistent and collaborative effort needed by a range of sectors.
MTA Queensland has said it will work closely with the Electric Vehicle Council to ensure that key policy measures such as incentivising electric vehicle purchase and establishing a roadmap for national public charging infrastructure remain topical.
MTA Queensland Group CEO Dr Brett Dale said it was hard to ignore that fact that electric vehicles were a important part of the future of motoring and was impressed by the Federal Government's decision to support the cause.
“With electric, hybrid and low emission vehicles tipped as the next big thing to hit vehicle transportation in Australia, now is the right time for the Australian Government to put their support around this technological and environmentally sound future.”
“The technological disruption that the motor trades face brings enormous opportunity for innovation and offers an environmentally sustainable future through the introduction of low emission vehicles” said Dr Brett Dale.
“MTA Queensland is incredibly excited to explore the age of electricity, create opportunities and problem solve with the development of the first automotive innovation hub in the state.
“MTA Queensland remains committed to staying at the forefront of the digital disruption happening in the automotive industry and will continue to represent and engage across all automotive sectors.”