Lead Story
Aug 5, 2026
EVs capture 21.7% of Australian new car market in July as BYD, Tesla lead growth
Battery electric vehicles took a 21.7% share of record new car sales in Australia for July, marking the second straight month above 20%. Strong results from BYD, Tesla, and other Chinese brands helped drive the surge, with the Tesla Model Y as the top-selling EV.
Priya Sharma