An EV sold every 100 seconds: Australian demand for electric cars more than doubles

Electric vehicle sales in Australia have surged to unprecedented levels, with over 157,000 new EVs sold in the first half of the year—a more than twofold increase compared to the same period last year. The rapid adoption rate now stands at one electric vehicle sold every 100 seconds, according to data from the Electric Vehicle Council. The report highlights a dramatic 117% rise in EV purchases, signaling a major shift in consumer preferences toward cleaner transportation. Industry analysts attribute the growth to rising environmental awareness, government incentives, and expanding model availability.

A record 157,957 new EVs were sold nationally between January and June, according to the Electric Vehicle CouncilFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralians are buying electric vehicles at record levels, with sales more than doubling year on year and occurring at a rate equivalent to one EV sold every 100 seconds.A record 157,957 EV sales occurred between January and June – an 117% increase on the same period last year, according to a new report released by the Electric Vehicle Council. Continue reading...