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"Structural Shift" Continues in Australia's Car Market — June Update

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Almost 36% of Australia's 140,058 light vehicles sold in June 2026 came with a plug, with plug-in vehicle sales doubling year-on-year. BYD is now the second-highest selling brand in the country, and petrol car sales have declined nearly 30% while diesel fell almost 20% compared to the prior year.

Worth noting

The CEO's acknowledgment of a 'structural shift' reflects market data through June 2026; long-term sustainability depends on sustained consumer demand and policy support.

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