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BEVs took about a quarter of Septembers market and outsold petrol again, signalling stronger choice and growing lender focus on green products. A draft AEMC rule could enable around 14,000 kerbside chargers with most costs recovered via power bills, a plan industry voices are challenging before submissions close on 5 November. Ampols agreement to buy Evie Networks for $225 million points to a larger public charging footprint. And regional used‑EV demand is surging, broadening sub‑$40k options. Listeners are encouraged to compare EV loans, check eligibility, and use calculators.
EPISODE 3219 | Electric Car Loans Weekly EV News Brief | Mon, 12th Oct 2026
16 Oct 2026 | Paige Estritori
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Welcome to Electric Car Loans Weekly EV News Brief, Im Paige Estritori, and its Monday 12 October 2026.
First up, Septembers sales. Battery electric vehicles, or BEVs, outsold petrol cars for the second month in a row. About 26,000 BEVs were delivered, roughly a quarter of the market, and more than double last year. For you, that means more choice, sharper pricing, and lenders continuing to tailor green products. If youre shopping, use our free eligibility check and calculator to compare offers in minutes.
Meanwhile, on charging policy, the Australian Energy Market Commission, or AEMC, has a draft rule to enable around 14,000 kerbside chargers. Networks could recover about 70 per cent of costs through power bills, estimated at about a dollar a year for five years, while industry voices including Tesla argue thats unfair. Submissions close on 5 November, with a final decision due by years end. If you cant install home charging, this could expand access fast; plan your charging needs alongside finance.
Also on charging, on 1 October Ampol agreed to buy Evie Networks for $225 million. When completed, the combined AmpCharge and Evie footprint is set to become one of the biggest public networks in Australia. Expect denser coverage on highways and in shopping precincts. Thats helpful when you map real‑world running costs before choosing an EV and a loan.
Finally, new figures show regional Australias used EV market is heating up. One major auction platform reports regional buyers now account for nearly a third of its EV sales, up strongly on last year, with Queensland leading the shift. A deeper used market can support values and broaden options under forty grand. If a near‑new EV suits your budget, we can compare loans for both new and used models.
Thats the wrap. For tools to compare electric car loans, check your eligibility, and run the numbers with confidence, head to electric-car-loans.com.au. Thanks for listening.
The information on this website is general in nature and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Consider seeking personal advice from a licensed adviser before acting on any information.
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