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VFACTS: Electrified sales hit 46pc in May
Executive Summary
Summary: Australian electrified vehicle sales reached 46 per cent of total new car purchases in May 2026, driven by fuel shortages from the Iran War. PHEV sales surged 202.3 per cent year-on-year, whilst BEV sales jumped 111.7 per cent. Toyota led overall sales, but BYD ranked second, with Tesla’s Model Y topping individual model sales.
Brands mentioned: Toyota, BYD, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Tesla
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VFACTS: Electrified sales hit 46pc in May
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