Mikkel Christensen
Australians are increasingly turning to electric vehicles as fuel prices remain unpredictable.
Australians are increasingly turning to electric vehicles as fuel prices remain unpredictable.
Interest is rising quickly, even before many buyers commit to a purchase.
New data shows a market gaining momentum, though supply is still catching up.
Demand builds first
Data compiled by the Electric Vehicle Council and reported by The Driven shows a sharp rise in interest. Insurance quote requests jumped 121 percent compared to April last year.
Regional figures also point to strong growth, with New South Wales leading gains. The ACT reached a record 34 percent share of EV sales during the month.
This shift suggests more drivers are actively weighing the move to electric, driven by long-term savings rather than short-term trends.
Sales catch up
That rising demand is now feeding into actual sales, with Tesla and Polestar delivering 1,458 vehicles in April. This is more than double the figure recorded a year earlier.
Tesla continues to dominate, largely due to the Model Y, while Polestar’s newer models are helping lift its numbers. Combined sales for the year are also climbing steadily.
Even so, supply remains uneven, with deliveries often tied to shipping cycles. Many buyers still face delays as manufacturers work to meet demand.
Sources: The Driven, Electric Vehicle Council, NRMA
