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Driving the Nation Program

Australian Government · Checked 2026-10-16

The Driving the Nation Program provides funding to support the demonstration and deployment of new zero emissions vehicle (ZEV) technologies. The program aims to overcome barriers to ZEV uptake in fleets, optimize grid integration of battery electric vehicles, demonstrate new use cases, and increase relevant skills and capacity. Focus areas include heavy battery electric vehicles (BEVs), heavy BEV charging solutions, and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) innovation.

Form of value

Grant funding

Indicative value

Minimum funding of $500,000

Current availability

Applications are open and follow a 2-stage process involving an Expression of Interest (EOI) and a full application.

Before you act: Applications are currently open; refer to official program guidelines for any specific timelines or intake windows.

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Preliminary eligibility check

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Hold an Australian business number (ABN) at the time of application and throughout project life
Be either an incorporated Australian entity, state owned corporation or subsidiary, or Australian local government or council
Involve renewable energy technology with the potential to contribute to program objectives
Source renewable energy or green certificates to cover energy usage for ZEVs or use sustainable biofuels or renewable hydrogen
Include demonstration or deployment of equipment and/or technology solutions
Project must take place in Australia
Comply with program guidelines regarding intellectual property, gender equality, modern slavery and knowledge sharing