World-leading Automakers' Strategies for Electrified Vehicles
Riding the wave of electric vehicle (EV) popularity, the world's major car manufacturers are revamping their lineups and spawning new electric contenders. Expect Australia's EV selection to multiply, thanks to government incentives that drive down the cost of electric cars.
With sales of EVs soaring, Asians, Europeans, and Americans alike are jumping on the electric bandwagon. Models like the Tesla Model Y and Model 3, BYD Atto 3, Dolphin, Seal, and MG's electric hatchback dominate their segments. In the near future, MG is slated to unveil the MG Cyberster.
Legacy brands, like Tesla and Volvo's Polestar, aren't shy about ditching internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles in favor of all-electric lineups. But it's not just the big names that are electric-focused. Many mainstream car manufacturers are planning similar moves, offering alternative battery models or transitioning to electric-only in specific markets.
Here's a rundown of the brands that are jumping on the EV train:
The Electric Car Tribe Has Arrived
- Alfa Romeo
- Audi
- Bentley
- BMW
- Fiat
- Ford
- General Motors
- Honda
- Jaguar
- Jeep
- Kia
- Land Rover
- Lexus
- Mini
- Mitsubishi
- Nissan
- Peugeot
- Porsche
- Subaru
- Toyota
- Volkswagen
- Volvo
Some brands are setting a clear path to eliminate petrol and diesel vehicles altogether, while others are hedging their bets by offering both ICE and electric options.
Here's a look at their EV plans:
Mini
- Last ICE model in 2025, EV models from 2030
- Aims for half of Mini sales to be electric by 2027
Honda
- Aims to have 100% battery electric or hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEV) by 2040
- First full-electric models expected in Australia around 2028
Jaguar and Land Rover
- Jaguar to stop global production of ICE vehicles by 2025
- Jaguar I-PACE launched in 2018, with six EVs coming from Land Rover by 2024
Fiat
- Already stopped selling ICE vehicles in the UK, aiming to transition to an all-electric brand worldwide by 2030
Volvo
- Rapidly phasing out ICE and hybrid vehicles, aiming to sell electric-only models in Australia by 2026 (four years ahead of global ambitions)
Bentley
- Aims to offer plug-in hybrid models by 2026 and shift to fully electric-only models by 2030
Alfa Romeo
- First electric SUV arriving in 2024, with full transition to electric-only by 2027
Lexus
- Targets 100% electric-only sales in the US by 2030, and globally by 2035
Brands with EV Plans
Some brands may not have committed to a full-fledged EV strategy just yet, but they are investing in larger EV ranges and plan to unveil new models in Australia.
- Audi
- Mitsubishi
- Mercedes-Benz
- Peugeot
- General Motors
- Volkswagen
- Kia
- Ford
- Nissan
- Jeep
- BMW
- Subaru
- Porsche
The electric car revolution is in full swing, and there's no denying that the future of transportation is electric. With all these transformations on the horizon, the next few years are going to be a wild ride! So buckle up and enjoy the electrifying ride!
- The trend of electric vehicle (EV) popularity has led prestigious brands like Audi, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Porsche to expand their electric vehicle offerings in Australia.
- As part of its future plans, Mercedes-Benz, Kia, Ford, Nissan, Jeep, and Subaru are planning to unveil various electric-vehicle models, riding the wave of the electric car revolution.
