New petrol and diesel cars could be banned by 2030 under a state government plan for zero transport emissions.
Infrastructure Victoria's plan risks hurting lower-income earners, with fully-electric car prices starting at $50,000 for a Nissan Leaf.
The state government's proposal, emulating European Union and UK environmental plans, is designed to make electric vehicles cheaper.
But critics say it is 'out of touch' and disastrous for the millions of Australians who cannot afford the pricey vehicles in 2021.
New petrol and diesel cars could be banned by 2030 under a state government plan for zero transport emissions. Pictured is a Honda Prelude being refuelled with unleaded in Melbourne