EVs in Queensland

Decarbonising the transport sector will assist with reducing emissions in Queensland.

As at 31 December 2024, 54,900 EVs were registered in Queensland, an increase of over 57% in the calendar year 2024.

EV developments

Queensland has seen significant advancements in the EV market, with a marked increase in the availability and affordability of EV models.

A growing number of manufacturers have introduced new EVs, catering to a range of consumers, from budget-friendly options to high-performance models.

This expansion has made EVs more accessible than ever, with prices reducing in comparison to traditional petrol vehicles.

As a result, Queensland is seeing greater adoption of EVs.

QFleet

The Queensland Government’s fleet manager, QFleet, aims to replace all eligible government passenger vehicles with electric vehicles by 2026. QFleet is on track to reach this target with more than 1,400 EVs already on the road.

Once the QFleet EV vehicles reach the end of their leases, they are sold via public auction, helping to create a viable second-hand market for EVs that everyday Queenslanders can access.

QFleet research shows the annual fuel savings of 500 EVs in its fleet is about $908,348, or $1,816 per vehicle.

In the QFleet Electric Vehicles Strategy 2023–2026 (PDF, 3.9MB), it is estimated the transition of all eligible vehicles would reduce emissions by 5.2 kilotonnes (71%).

QFleet’s EVs are being used across most government agencies in the delivery of a range of frontline services including to:

• care for patients
• provide education services
• deliver sports and recreation programs,
• enabe progress checks for critical project management activities.