Why EV Novated Leases Are Cheaper in 2026

Why EV Novated Leases Are Cheaper in 2026

More Australians are asking whether an EV novated lease is cheaper than a petrol or hybrid vehicle in 2026. In many cases, the answer is yes. The reason is not just lower charging costs. It is primarily driven by tax treatment and salary packaging structure. Electric vehicle salary packaging interacts differently with Fringe Benefits Tax … Continued
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EV vs Petrol Cost Breakdown Using a Novated Lease Calculator

EV vs Petrol Cost Breakdown Using a Novated Lease Calculator

When comparing an electric vehicle and a petrol vehicle under a novated lease, the monthly deduction alone does not tell the full story. The real difference appears when you analyse tax structure, Fringe Benefits Tax treatment, and bundled running costs together. To compare fairly, you should run your numbers using the same vehicle price, lease … Continued
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How Accurate Are Novated Lease Calculators

How Accurate Are Novated Lease Calculators?

Many Australians researching salary packaging ask the same question: how accurate are novated lease calculators? The short answer is that calculators can be very accurate, but only when the assumptions are realistic and the tax settings are correctly applied. A novated lease is not just a repayment estimate. It is a tax structure involving pre-tax … Continued
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Why Your Payslip Changes With Salary Packaging

Why Your Payslip Changes With Salary Packaging

One of the first things employees notice after setting up a novated lease is that their payslip looks different. Salary packaging payslip changes can feel confusing at first. Your gross income may appear lower, new deduction lines may appear, and your net pay may shift slightly. This does not mean you are losing money. It … Continued
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Mercedes-Benz Introduces New Value

Mercedes-Benz Introduces New Value Across Key SUV, Sedan and EV Models

Luxury vehicle buyers in Australia are currently seeing increased value across several Mercedes-Benz models. Vehicles such as the GLC SUV, the C-Class sedan, and the EQA electric SUV are drawing attention thanks to updated specifications, revised pricing and ownership incentives appearing across the lineup. For buyers considering a premium vehicle in 2026, these changes highlight … Continued
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Jaecoo J5 EV

Jaecoo J5 EV: What 1,000 Orders Mean for Novated Lease Buyers

Image Source: GoAuto.com   Jaecoo Australia has secured more than 1,000 orders for the newly launched J5 EV within its first week on sale. That level of early demand signals strong interest in affordable electric SUVs with modern features and competitive pricing. With a limited-time driveaway price of $36,990, the J5 EV enters the market … Continued
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Denza Confident of Disrupting Luxury Brands

Denza Confident of Disrupting Luxury Brands in Australia and New Zealand

Image Source: GoAuto.com Chinese premium new energy vehicle brand Denza has signalled bold ambitions for the Australian and New Zealand markets, declaring its intention to compete directly with established luxury leaders including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Lexus. Speaking at the local launch of the B5 and B8 in South Australia’s Flinders Ranges, Denza ANZ chief … Continued
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Get Your FBT-Free Quote Instantly

EV Novated Lease Calculator: Get Your FBT-Free Quote Instantly

Electric vehicles have changed the novated leasing landscape in Australia. With the Fringe Benefits Tax exemption still applying to eligible EVs in 2026, many employees are discovering that driving electric can cost significantly less than expected. If you are considering an EV, the fastest way to understand the benefit is to use an EV novated … Continued
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Does a Novated Lease Reduce Your Salary

Does a Novated Lease Reduce Your Salary?

One of the most common questions employees ask is, does a novated lease reduce your salary? The short answer is that it reduces your taxable income, but it does not reduce your agreed salary in the way many people assume. Understanding the difference between gross salary, taxable income, and take home pay is key to … Continued
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Why Paying for Your Car With After-Tax Money

Why Paying for Your Car With After-Tax Money Costs More in 2026

Paying for a car with after tax money is still the default choice for many Australians, but in 2026 it is also one of the most expensive ways to own and run a vehicle. Fuel/Charging, servicing, tyres, insurance, registration, and loan repayments are usually paid from your after tax income. That means every car related … Continued
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Novated Lease vs. Car Loan

Novated Lease vs. Car Loan: How to Time Your 2026 Finance Decision

Choosing how to finance a car is rarely straightforward. Many buyers reach the decision feeling unsure, not because they haven’t done research, but because the information they’ve found hasn’t helped them compare options in a meaningful way. Most car finance decisions are made across weeks or months. Buyers explore vehicles, run repayment estimates, pause, revisit … Continued
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Why More Australians Are Switching to Novated Leasing in a High-Interest Market

High interest rates have changed the way Australians think about car finance. With borrowing costs remaining elevated and vehicle prices still high, many buyers are realising that the traditional car loan is no longer the default option it once was. Instead, more people are reassessing how they structure vehicle costs and looking for options that … Continued
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