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Driving the Nation Program

Driving the Nation Program

Funds zero-emission vehicle development and deployment across Australia to strengthen real-world implementation.

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The Australian Renewable Energy Agency's Driving the Nation Program is a continuously open funding vehicle for projects that accelerate zero emission vehicle uptake across Australia. The program has been open since 15 October 2025 with no fixed closing date. It operates across three focus areas: demonstration and deployment of heavy battery electric vehicles, development and deployment of heavy BE…

What this grant funds

ZEV uptake; heavy battery electric vehicle deployment and charging infrastructure; vehicle-to-grid technology and ZEV innovation.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 29 Jun 2026Source: arena.gov.au