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  • On July 1, 2017, the Government of India rolled out the Goods and Services Tax reforms. GST, one of the biggest economic reforms in recent Indian history had several implications with certain products and services becoming considerably more expensive as compared to earlier. The auto industry though rejoiced as the new country wide rates made it easier for manufacturers to do business and also gave rise to the one country one price principle. With cheaper hatchbacks, sedans, SUVs and even electric cars, the Indian public too now has to pay less. Sadly though, the only type of 4-wheeled automobile that became more expensive were the cars and SUVs that packed hybrid technology under the skin. All hybrid cars and SUVs went from being taxed at 30.3 per cent to 43 per cent - an increase of 13.3 per cent. Hybrids, now classified under the highest GST tax slab immediately took a hit in prices with an increase of a few thousand to a few lakh rupees across various models like the Toyota Prius and Camry hybrid to the Volvo XC90 T8 plug-in hybrid. Considering the fact that hybrid cars are the immediate future in terms of moving to cleaner and more fuel economical transportation, this move by the Indian government was a little disappointing. However, there seems to be some good news around the corner. According to Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) Chairperson Vanaja Sarna the next GST council meeting which is due to be held at August 5 is likely to review the rates for hybrid cars.
    GST Rates For Hybrid Vehicles May Be Reduced
  • Volvo Cars has said it will continue to push for hybrid and electric vehicles in India despite disappointing high tax rate on such vehicles under GST.
    Despite Increased GST Rates Volvo Cars Will Continue To Push For Hybrids
  • Even though hybrid cars are exempt from infrastructure cess, there is a 1 per cent National Calamity Contingent Duty, 2 per cent Central Sales Tax and 12.5 per cent VAT, which takes the total incidence to 30.3 per cent.
    Arun Jaitley Hints At No Review Of GST Rate On Hybrid Cars

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