Electric Vehicle Sales Statistics

Antonio Zappia MP sought sales statistics for new and used cars, including electric vehicles. Tristan Kathage noted that around 300,000 electric vehicles are on the road, according to their yearbook. The discussion revealed a lack of comprehensive data on used electric vehicle sales, with Melissa Cashman explaining that states and territories monitor resales. Approximately 1,700 new environmental vehicles are added to the fleet each month. The inquiry also explored barriers to electric vehicle uptake, including high insurance costs and a shortage of skilled motor mechanics. Jennifer Ware MP highlighted that the lack of a secondhand market and skilled workforce contributes to high insurance costs and a high proportion of electric vehicles being written off.