In 2024, there were 2,531,206 electric vehicles in the United States, including battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). According to Edmunds.com, the percentage of cars that were hybrid, BEV, or PHEV, was 9.3% in 2023, out of 286 million cars on US roads that year. The most popular brand of electric...
The United Kingdom (UK) has made significant strides in adopting electric vehicles (EVs) and developing necessary infrastructure, such as charging stations. With the government’s strong commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, the UK has emphasised reducing its reliance on fossil fuels, particularly in the transportation sector. The following Climate Scorecard Post analyses the use...
Electric vehicles (EVs) accounted for 10.2% of the 1,014,830 cars registered between January and December 2024. However, overall, as of the end of 2024, only 183,776 (1.1%) of the 16,232,458 cars registered in traffic were EV. Given the minor percentage, the number of EVs on Turkish roads increased more than double, from 80,043 at the...
As of 2024, there are approximately 340,000 electric vehicles in circulation in Spain, representing about 1.2% of the total vehicle fleet. Even though in 2018 there were no more than 54,000 electric vehicles, which is an increase of 630%, Spain is one of the last countries in the queue for electric vehicles in Europe. Source:...
In South Africa, there is a growing number of electric vehicles (EVs) available, however, they remain limited. The lack of local supply of EVs in South Africa is particularly in the entry- and midlevel market segments, with most available models competing in the high-end to niche segments. Few battery electric vehicles (BEVs) were available on...
Saudi Arabia had only 103 charging stations in 2023 The number of electric vehicles (EVs) registered in Saudi Arabia currently stands at 23,170. Still, the Kingdom has set very ambitious targets. The EV share is targeted to rise to 30% by 2030, which means the EV share in the country’s capital, Riyadh, alone would...
Nigeria’s journey toward electric mobility is gaining significant traction, showcasing a determined push to align with global sustainability goals. Recent developments, such as Nigeria’s commitment to the Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEV) Declaration at the 2024 International Transport Forum, underscore its ambition to transition to a low-carbon transportation system. Joining other African nations like Ghana, Kenya,...
As of January 2025, Mexico’s electric vehicle (EV) sector has experienced significant growth, reflecting a broader global transition toward sustainable transportation. This report provides an overview of the current state of EV adoption, compares data from five years ago, and provides projections for the next decade. Key aspects analyzed include the number of EVs on...
Japan’s automotive landscape is transforming significantly as electric vehicles (EVs) gain traction. Technological advancements, environmental concerns, and supportive government policies influence this shift. Analyzing the current state of EV adoption, comparing it to five years ago, and projecting future trends provides insight into Japan’s evolving transportation sector. Japan’s EV market is expected to expand to...
In 1996, the first electric vehicle (EV) in India was a three-wheeler invented by Scooter’s India Pvt Ltd, and it was back then called VIKRAM SAFA. Approximately 400 vehicles were made and sold. According to data from the Press Information Bureau (PIB), there were 124,654 electric vehicles (EVs) registered in Indian in 2020. There is...
