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Government holds off on immediate EV subsidies despite affordability concerns

Aug 08, 2026 4 mins read
Government holds off on immediate EV subsidies despite affordability concerns

Private electric vehicle (EV) buyers will have to wait longer for new incentives, as the government has decided not to immediately reinstate tax exemptions or provide subsidies for EV buyers.

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