2022 ELECTRIC VEHICLE DEMAND HIGHER THAN SUPPLY AUSTRALIA LIVE

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This 'Ludicrous Feed Live' episode features Behyad Jafari, CEO of the Electric Vehicle Council of Australia, discussing the state of EVs in Australia as of March 2022. The core message is that demand for electric vehicles significantly outstrips supply, a trend Jafari attributes to increasing model availability and state-level incentives. While sales have seen a tenfold increase over three years, reaching over 20,000 units, the report highlights that Australia could comfortably double this if supply were available. The discussion emphasizes the need for a holistic approach, involving government policy (carrots, sticks, and sermons), industry investment, and consumer awareness. Infrastructure, particularly charging, is also a key focus, with a call for pre-building capacity for future demand and ensuring the reliability of existing stations. New South Wales is noted for its substantial investment in EV programs, setting a benchmark for other states. The federal government's perceived inaction on key policies like fuel efficiency standards is a point of concern.