Australia's EV Market Surges: 11.3% Sales in September, Tesla Model Y Leads
Australia's electric vehicle (EV) market is booming. Over 100 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and more than 50 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) are now available. In September alone, EVs made up 11.3% of total new car sales.
The year-to-date total for EV sales has reached 76,443, surpassing last year's first nine months. The Tesla Model Y led the pack with 3,927 sales, followed by the BYD Sealion 7 with 1,887 sales. New models from brands like Deepal and Zeekr also began deliveries in September.
The market is set to become even more competitive in the fourth quarter, with more incentives offered by various brands. Tesla and BYD's sales surged, accounting for nearly two-thirds of the 12,076 EVs sold in September. Tesla sold a record 497,000 units globally in the September quarter.
The increasing availability of EVs and incentives are driving sales in Australia. However, FCAI CEO Tony Weber highlights the need for more public recharging infrastructure to encourage mainstream buyers to make the switch.
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