The government has a roadmap to electrify transport and support alternative fuels by 2050, but the war in Iran and soaring prices means a plan is needed in weeks, not decades
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Australia already had a plan to wean the transport system off foreign oil.
Six months ago, the federal government released its net zero roadmap for transport, outlining measures to electrify transport, support alternative fuels and encourage more public transport, walking and cycling – by 2050.