What this rule is

The federal government has registered the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard Amendment (NVES Integration Date) Determination 2026. The rule came into force on 22 September 2026.

What it amends

This determination amends the existing New Vehicle Efficiency Standard rules made under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard Act 2024. It is administered by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts.

What the amendment covers

The instrument contains a Schedule 1 covering the amendments. The full text of those amendments is available at the Federal Register of Legislation. The source page does not reproduce the detail of what the integration date change involves beyond what is stated in the title.

Where to find the full text

The complete legislative instrument and explanatory statement are published at https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01248.

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