National is describing the Government's changes to the Clean Car Discount scheme as a kick in the guts to farmers and tradies.
Transport Minister Michael Wood announced a toughening of the scheme's rules, by making hybrid-petrol cars no longer eligible, and increasing the fees charged to ute buyers.
The new maximum charge will be $6,900.
At the same time, more money is going to those who buy low-emitting vehicles.
National's Transport spokesperson Simeon Brown spoke with Corin Dann.
