AUAustralia·Grant

DRIVEN Charger Rebate Stream

Administered by Australian Government - Department of Industry

Australian GovernmentBusiness SupportAustralia

About this grant

The DRIVEN Charger Rebate Stream 2025 to 2028 provides funding towards the purchase and/or installation of eligible fixed and portable DC EV chargers to dealerships and EV repairers on their sites.

Key facts

Funding amount$21K – $3000M (non-repayable)
DeadlineN/A
Grant typeOpen
Funding typeGrant
CountryAustralia
RegionAustralia
Funding bodyAustralian Government - Department of Industry
IndustriesGeneral

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

  • Automotive dealerships and ev repairers throughout australia.

What the funding covers

  • Up to $3K per eligible fixed smart EV charging plug(s) or portable DC EV charger(s) at your site. Portable units must cost at least $2.5K to qualify. The maximum rebate amount for multiple chargers per eligible site is up to $21K.

How to apply

  1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
  2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
  3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
  4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
  5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
  6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/driven-charger-rebate-stream for application details

Application tips

Apply on official website

Grant details are sourced from official public databases and reviewed weekly. Eligibility criteria, funding amounts, and deadlines may change without notice. Always confirm details on the Australian Government - Department of Industry website before applying.

FUNDING AMOUNT$21K – $3000MNon-repayable grant
DEADLINEN/A
GRANT TYPEOpen
COUNTRYAUAustralia
INDUSTRIES
General
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