Tag: Electric Vehicle Council
EVC report finds strong EV uptake, calls for continued support
Australia’s electric vehicle (EV) market has reached new milestones in sales, model availability and charging infrastructure, but continued growth will depend on sustained government and industry support, according to the State of EVs 2025 report released by the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC).
Australia posts record quarter for electric vehicle sales
Australia has recorded its strongest quarter yet for electric vehicle (EV) sales, with the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) warning that policy certainty will be crucial to maintaining momentum in the shift to cleaner transport.
Manufacturing compliance key as EV range data reassures drivers, says EVC
The Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) says the latest real-world driving range data for electric vehicles (EVs) demonstrates they can easily meet the daily transport needs of Australians, while supporting domestic manufacturing opportunities and reducing air pollution.
EVs could match coal power output and cut energy bills, council says
Government support for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology could help drive down electricity costs for all Australians, according to new modelling released by the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC).
Electric Vehicle Council warns against scrapping penalties for polluting cars
The Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) has warned that abolishing penalties for car manufacturers that fail to meet pollution reduction targets under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) could limit Australians' access to more fuel-efficient and cost-effective vehicles.
Australia’s EV sales soar to record high in 2024
Electric vehicle sales in Australia soared to an all-time high in 2024, highlighting growing demand for cleaner and cost-effective transportation options, according to the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC).
Australia poised to achieve record 100,000 EV sales in 2024
Australia is on track to achieve a milestone in electric vehicle (EV) sales this year, with projections indicating the country could surpass 100,000 EV sales despite challenging economic conditions.
Behyad Jafari leaves Electric Vehicle Council CEO role
Behyad Jafari, the inaugural chief executive of the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC), announced today that he will be stepping down from his role.
Electric vehicles surge into mainstream Australia following record growth
Australia has witnessed a significant leap into the era of electric transport in 2023, marked by rapid growth in both EV sales and charging infrastructure, as revealed in the Australian Electric Vehicle Industry Recap 2023 released today.
Australia enters global era with introduction of new vehicle efficiency standards
The Electric Vehicle Council has applauded the Australian federal government for propelling the nation into the international mainstream by initiating New Vehicle Efficiency Standards (NVES), promising enhanced options and reduced fuel expenses for Australian drivers.


















