Tesla sales have been on the rise in Australia, with the Tesla Model 3 leading the charge. The Tesla Model Y SUV has also been a success since its launch last year, and data for 2022 reveals just how successful the all-electric EV really is.
According to data compiled by Tesla and EV News enthusiast Sawyer Merritt on Twitter, the Model Y ranked fourth in the list of the world’s best-selling vehicles last year, with 760,000 units sold. This was 80,000 more than the Toyota Camry, and the only vehicle in the top 6 to actually grow its sales in 2022 (+88% YoY).
The success of the Model Y can be attributed to Tesla’s global sales, despite supply chain issues and Covid-19 lockdowns. The company opened two new factories in 2022 – GigaTexas and GigaBerlin – which are starting off by only producing the Tesla Model Y before adding other products to the production line mix.
With an expected production volume of 1.8 million EVs by Tesla in 2023, the Model Y production is expected to push above 1 million units this year. This could make it quite plausible for the Model Y to be the best-selling vehicle in the world, surpassing Toyota’s highest-selling SUV in 2022, the Toyota Rav4.
In Australia, the Model Y SUV has done quite well with 8,717 sales during 2022. This year, it’s expected to surpass the Tesla Model 3 sales here in Australia as well. The introduction of incentives such as the FBT changes and those not yet made public by the federal government as part of the national EV strategy would form the foundation to further accelerate the uptake of EVs, naturally supercharging Tesla Model Y sales across the country.
FAQ
Q1: Are electric car batteries recyclable?
A1: Yes, electric car batteries are recyclable.
Q2: Are electric car chargers free?
A2: It depends on the charger and the location. Some electric car chargers are free, while others may require a fee.
Q3: Can electric car batteries be rebuilt?
A3: Yes, electric car batteries can be rebuilt with the right tools and knowledge.
