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Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.

EV Sales

China EV and plug in hybrid sales jump in January, BYD trounces Tesla

Chinese new energy vehicle sales jump in January, compared to the same period a year earlier, with BYD trouncing Tesla on its home turf.

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Australian EV sales crash in January despite ongoing price war

EV sales in 2025 have gotten off to a shaky start, with January seeing a big drop across the board, including Tesla and BYD.

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Australian electric vehicle sales by month and by model in 2025

A full breakdown of all electric vehicle sales by month and by model in Australia in 2025. Latest data includes early results for January.

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Norway EV share hits 96 pct in January, as Toyota tops list and Tesla slumps

Norway has hit a record 96 pct share of EVs in the new car market, as Toyota leads the list and Tesla slumps sharply despite a booming new car market.

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Tesla sales crash in Australia as Musk impact has consumers looking for another brand

Tesla EV sales in Australia slump again, with the once market leading Model 3 sedan falling 62 pct below the same month a year earlier. Is this just the market, or is Musk repelling buyers?

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Australian electric vehicle sales by month and by model in 2024

A full breakdown of all electric vehicle sales by month and by model in Australia in 2024. Latest data includes early results for December.

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EV choice surges in 2024, with 12 new brands and over 20 new models

A total of 12 new electric vehicle brands were introduced to the Australian market in 2024, and more than 20 new battery electric models went on sale.