09/10/2026
Fully electric vehicles have more than doubled their share of Australia’s new car market in just a year, jumping from 11.3% in September 2025 to 24.2% in September 2026. Nearly one in four new vehicles sold is now fully electric!
Source: Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), “Sales edge higher amid shifting buyer preferences”, 6 October 2026.
More models, competitive pricing and potential running-cost savings are adding to the appeal.
According to the Australian Government, EVs can offer up to 70% savings on equivalent fuel costs when reliably charging at home, and around 40% on servicing compared to petrol or diesel vehicles.*
Read more: https://www.moneyquest.com.au/news/electric-vehicles-like-byd-are-outpacing-fuelled-cars/
Thinking about making the switch? There’s more to consider than the showroom price.
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*Actual savings vary depending on the vehicle, charging costs and usage.
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