Australia has emerged as a dark horse in transport electrification, with electric vehicle (EV) sales surging in the last few months despite the country’s expansive land mass, range issues and patchy charging infrastructure. The share of EVs in light vehicle sales rose from 11%-15% in 2025 to an eye-popping 36% in June, buoyed by rising fuel prices, an expanding menu of EV models and supportive policies by the current Labor government.