Electric Vehicle Sales Soar in Australia Amid Global Uncertainty. New data has revealed a significant surge in the sale of electric vehicles in Australia, with a staggering 103,855 battery electric vehicles sold in the first six months of 2026. This marks a remarkable milestone, surpassing the total number of EVs sold in the entire year of 2025, which stood at 103,269. The rapid growth in EV sales comes as the ongoing crisis in the Middle East continues to cause uncertainty about petrol prices, prompting many Australians to make the switch to more environmentally friendly and cost-effective electric vehicles. As the country's transition to a low-carbon economy gains momentum, this trend is likely to have significant implications for the automotive industry and the environment.
More electric vehicles sold in first half of 2026 than whole of last year, new data showsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralians bought more electric vehicles in the first six months of 2026 than the whole of the previous year, new data shows, as the ongoing crisis in the Middle East causes uncertainty about petrol prices.There were 103,855 battery electric vehicles (EVs) sold nationally between January and June, compared with 103,269 in 2025, according to data from VFacts and the Electric Vehicle Council. Continue reading...
