September 26, 2024 - As part of Queensland’s Zero Emission Vehicle Strategy 2022-2032, the Queensland Government has committed $1 million to the E-Mobility Rebate Scheme to provide Queensland residents with rebates to reduce the upfront cost of purchasing a new eligible e-bicycle or e-scooter.
The Scheme seeks to reduce transport emissions and promote the safer usage of e-mobility devices by encouraging the uptake of high-quality e-bicycles and e-scooters for active transport.
It is expected that the scheme will be popular, and funding will be exhausted quickly. Rebate funding is not guaranteed. Completed applications will be assessed at any stage of the application process and applications will be assessed in order of receipt.
If used safely and in compliance with the rules, e-scooters and e-bicycles offer significant environmental and social advantages by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, easing traffic congestion, promoting health, and improving the accessibility of transportation.
The Queensland Government’s nation leading safety rules for e-scooters and e-bicycles, combined with significant penalties and police enforcement, send a clear message to riders that unsafe and antisocial behaviours will not be tolerated.
Program information
Rebates available for e-mobility devices are:
• $500 per eligible e-bicycle (including cargo e-bicycles); or
• $200 per eligible e-scooter.
If the cost of the eligible device is below $500 (inclusive of GST) for an e-bicycle or below $200 for an e-scooter; the rebate amount received will be the cost of the device.
An applicant may only receive one rebate under the Scheme. Up to three individuals per household can apply for a rebate.
QRIDA is administering the Scheme on behalf of the Department of Transport and Main Roads.
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