Electric Vehicles in Tasmania

Transport is a substantial source of Tasmania's greenhouse gas emissions.

Vehicle fleet costs are a significant expense for the Tasmanian Government, local government, private sector fleets and the community. The Tasmanian Government wants to reduce Tasmania's transport emissions and costs by supporting the uptake of electric vehicles and improving fleet efficiency.

Electric vehicles powered by Tasmania's renewable energy have the potential to improve the efficiency of the state's vehicle fleet, through reduced transport costs and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

Tasmania has passed a significant milestone of 5,000 electric vehicles registered in the state. As of 31 August 2025, there were 5,442 EVs registered in Tasmania. The Department of State Growth publishes monthly statistics on EV registrations, as part of its broader registrations and licensing reporting: Registrations & Licensing Statistics

Download the Fact Sheet - Supporting Electric Vehicle Uptake (PDF 289.5 KB).

Support for electric vehicles

Supporting a statewide electric vehicle charging network

The Tasmanian Government supports the rollout of a statewide electric vehicle charging network, through the: