Australian EV Market Blinks — October Update - CleanTechnica

The Australian plug-in electric vehicle (EV) market experienced a slight dip in October 2025, with combined battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) sales dropping from 15% to 12% market share. This decline is primarily attributed to the typical early-quarter slowdown in Tesla deliveries and is considered a temporary fluctuation rather than a significant setback, despite some media outlets framing it as a "plummet." The top-selling BEV in October was the BYD Sea Lion 7 with 1,342 units sold, followed by the Tesla Model Y at 735 units. Other notable models included the Geely EX5, Kia EX5, and several BYD models, reflecting a growing diversity in the Australian EV market. Year-to-date figures show strong growth in PHEV sales, up 137%, and a continued decline in petrol-only vehicle sales, indicating shifting consumer preferences toward electrification. Queensland was the only state to see a decline