Tax Aspects of Motor Vehicle Financing Masterclass - March 2026 (3 Hours of CPD)

This masterclass provides a comprehensive exploration of the tax treatment of motor vehicle financing arrangements under Australian taxation law. Participants will learn how to identify and apply the correct income tax, GST, and fringe benefits tax (FBT) consequences arising from various vehicle acquisition and usage structures. It also covers salary packaging strategies, the distinction between car and non-car fringe benefits, and practical record-keeping and compliance requirements.

Specifically, it will help you: 

• Understand the key tax implications of acquiring, financing, and operating motor vehicles for business or employment purposes.

• Distinguish between outright purchase, hire purchase, chattel mortgage, lease, and novated lease structures.

• Apply the relevant provisions of the ITAA 1997, GST Act, and FBTAA to common scenarios.

• Calculate deductible depreciation, interest, running costs, and private use adjustments.

• Identify GST input tax credit entitlements and adjustments.

• Understand the valuation methods for FBT on motor vehicles and salary-packaged cars.

• Develop tax-efficient approaches to structuring vehicle finance and remuneration.

• And much, much more…

What's Included?

• 3 Hours of CPD
• 90 Days of Recording Access (Unlimited Views) 
• Session Slides