The world trend continues to increase electric vehicle uptake as countries seek carbon-emission reduction, improved energy security, and a significant reduction in air pollution. Here is the list of the top ten countries on the uptake of electric vehicles.
- China
China is the global leader in EV adoption, accounting for close to half of the world’s electrical vehicles. In fact, it’s host to 8 million electric cars on the road, and it is moving forward aggressively towards an electric future with state support in the form of subsidies and good infrastructure for electric vehicles.
- United States
Second is the United States with 2.5 million electric vehicles. This is mainly due to the market that has been growing so rapidly in EVs during the last years with help of incentives, the power of Tesla and policies started by President Biden concerning climate protection.
- Germany
Germany is at the top in Europe. Its roads have more than 1.2 million electric vehicles. Incentive policy undertaken by the government is rather aggressive along with such auto companies as Volkswagen and BMW, making electric vehicle use pretty high in comparison.
- Norway
Norway has the highest penetration of EVs in the world. Almost 80% of new car sales are electric, driven by very strong fiscal incentives, exemption from tolls, and access to bus lanes, which makes owning an EV very attractive.
- France
France is second in Europe after Germany with about 900,000 electric vehicles. The French government uses a combination of purchasing incentives, tax benefits, and a large charging network to promote EVs.
- United Kingdom
The UK has envisioned a total phase-out of new sales for petrol and diesel by 2030.It has more than 850,000 electric cars, with the required incentives and abundant charging infrastructures.
- Netherlands
The Netherlands is one of the most progressive on environmental policies. There are more than 500,000 electric cars in Europe, and networks of charging stations are growing across countries. Japan has been the first among equals in hybrid technology, and now it is evolving towards full electric. As of now, it already has nearly 400,000 EVs on its roads, with giants Nissan and Toyota spearheading its electric revolution.
- South Korea
South Korea has become an EV hub; Hyundai and Kia have accelerated the market. Government concern for cleaner air has elevated the number of EVs to nearly 350,000.
- Canada
Coming in at ten are Canada, with 300,000 estimated electric vehicles and wide fast-charging station networks, particularly in British Columbia and Quebec, undergirded by liberal tax incentives.
The countries above top the list; there are more across the globe increasing their commitments to an electric clean future. There will be more regions as the technology becomes better and the infrastructure improves for adoption growth.
