More Australians Open to Electric Cars, But Still Want SUVs and Utes

According to a recent survey by the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC), 63% of Australians would consider buying an electric car in the next five years. This is up from 52% in 2021.

However, the survey also found that Australians are still most interested in buying SUVs and utes.

SUVs and utes still dominate

SUVs and utes were the most popular vehicles in Australia in 2022, accounting for more than half of all new car sales. This is despite the fact that electric SUVs and utes are still relatively new to the market.

There are a number of reasons why Australians love SUVs and utes. They offer a combination of space, practicality, and off-road ability that is well-suited to the Australian lifestyle.

Electric SUVs and utes are coming

However, there is no doubt that electric SUVs and utes are coming. A number of major car manufacturers have announced plans to release electric versions of their popular models in the next few years.

Electric SUVs and utes offer a number of benefits over their petrol-powered counterparts. They are cheaper to run, produce zero emissions, and are often more powerful.

In addition, electric SUVs and utes are often eligible for government incentives, such as tax breaks and rebates.

However, there are also some challenges that electric SUVs and utes face. One of the biggest challenges is the lack of charging infrastructure in Australia.

The Australian government is aware of the challenges facing electric vehicles. In 2022, the government announced a $250 million investment in charging infrastructure.

The government is also considering a number of other measures to support the uptake of electric vehicles, such as tax breaks and rebates.

Australians are increasingly open to the idea of electric cars, but they still want their SUVs and utes. Electric SUVs and utes offer a number of benefits over their petrol-powered counterparts, but they face a number of challenges, such as the lack of charging infrastructure. The Australian government is aware of these challenges and is considering a number of measures to support the uptake of electric vehicles.