{"id":19811,"date":"2026-03-19T16:47:36","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T05:47:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/electricvehiclecouncil.com.au\/?p=19811"},"modified":"2026-03-19T17:20:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T06:20:18","slug":"australians-driving-evs-are-saving-more-than-ever-before-and-getting-comfortable-doing-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/electricvehiclecouncil.com.au\/media-releases\/australians-driving-evs-are-saving-more-than-ever-before-and-getting-comfortable-doing-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Australians driving EVs are saving more than ever before and getting comfortable doing it"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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With petrol prices well over $2\/litre, Australian electric vehicle drivers saving more than 60 per cent on fuel costs and discovering many of their biggest concerns about EVs quickly disappear once they get behind the wheel of an EV, according to the latest <\/span>EV Ownership Survey<\/b> <\/a>released today by the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) and the University of Sydney\u2019s Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies.<\/span><\/p>

The national survey of more than <\/span>1,800 EV owners<\/b> provides one of the most detailed snapshots yet of the real world experience of owning an EV in Australia \u2013 from charging behaviour and running costs to range confidence and driver satisfaction.<\/span><\/p>

Electric Vehicle Council CEO, <\/span>Julie Delvecchio<\/b> said the findings show EVs are delivering significant savings for households.<\/span><\/p>

More than <\/span>70 per cent of EV owners report fuel savings of over 60 per cent<\/b> compared with their previous petrol car, while <\/span>73 per cent spend less than $300 per year on maintenance<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

\u201cEV drivers report cutting their fuel bills by more than 60 per cent after switching to electric, savings that matter more right now than ever before. With petrol above $2 a litre, driving on electricity is around four times cheaper per kilometre \u2014 even when charging at peak electricity prices, and cheaper again off-peak,\u201d Ms Delvecchio said.<\/span><\/p>

The survey found worries about <\/span>range anxiety, charging access and upfront costs drop sharply after purchase<\/b>, with most drivers reporting that everyday ownership is much simpler than anticipated.<\/span><\/p>

Ms Delvecchio said the findings highlight the gap between perceptions about EVs and the reality of ownership.<\/b><\/p>

\u201cOnce Australians get behind the wheel of an electric vehicle, they quickly realise how easy and affordable driving electric can be<\/b>,\u201d Ms Delvecchio said.<\/span><\/p>

\u201cEV drivers are discovering their cars are cheaper to run, easy to charge at home and perfectly suited to the distances Australians typically drive.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

Home charging remains the backbone of EV ownership, with <\/span>93 per cent of drivers able to charge at home<\/b>, and <\/span>85 per cent charging at home during the previous week<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>

Many households are pairing EVs with rooftop solar, further reducing running costs and giving drivers greater control over when and how they charge.<\/span><\/p>

The survey also found growing confidence in EV technology, with many owners expecting to keep their vehicles for six to ten years or longer.<\/span><\/p>

\u201cIf you\u2019ve been thinking about an EV, now is a good time to seriously consider it. Not only does it give you fuel security, but also really significant savings – and even more so as petrol prices go up,\u201d Ms Delvecchio said.<\/span><\/p>

\u201cAs more Australians experience the real benefits \u2014 lower running costs, convenient home charging and a better driving experience \u2014 confidence in the technology will only continue to grow.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

\u201cThese findings show why the Federal Government needs to retain the Electric Car Discount in this year\u2019s Budget – because it\u2019s helping Australians cut the cost of living and improve the country\u2019s resilience from overseas conflicts.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

About us:<\/b><\/p>

The Electric Vehicle Council is the peak national body representing the electric vehicle industry in Australia. Representing members from across the value chain of the electric vehicle sector, the EVC is a trusted advisor and advocate to governments and decision makers across Australia. Our mission is to drive investment and awareness to accelerate the electrification of transport, for a more sustainable and prosperous Australia.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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