Elvis comeback more likely than carbon tax on cars: Frydenberg

The Turnbull Government says it is still considering introducing new emissions standards for cars, but insists the plan would not be a 'carbon tax'.

Imported vehicles sitting on docks at the Port of Brisbane Source: AAP

While no decision has been made, the government is still considering new rules that would regulate how much carbon cars can emit.

But it says that's different to a carbon tax.

The Infrastructure Department has proposed new standards that would force car-makers to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, or face fines.

Opposition leader Bill Shorten says Labor does not have any plans for a carbon tax either, but the opposition is ready to support new emissions standards.