Ethiopia Far Ahead of South Africa in Electric Vehicle Sales, New Index Shows
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A new index covering 16 countries has compared how fast electric vehicles (EVs) are being adopted around the world. According to the report, EVs make up less than 3% of new vehicle sales in South Africa. In Ethiopia, the figure is about 60%, which places Ethiopia far ahead of South Africa in this area.
The index also looks at the strength of each country's vehicle industry. It suggests that South Africa's industry is ranked ahead of Ethiopia's in some respects, even though Ethiopia has moved much faster in selling electric cars. This shows that a strong car industry does not always mean that people are buying electric vehicles in large numbers.
There are several reasons why adoption rates can vary so much between countries. Factors such as the cost of vehicles, the availability of charging stations, government policies and fuel prices can all affect whether people choose an electric car. In Ethiopia, for example, import rules and taxes can change the price of electric vehicles compared with petrol or diesel cars.
For South African drivers, the results raise questions about how quickly the country will move towards electric transport. Experts often say that more charging infrastructure and clearer government support could help increase sales. The index does not give detailed recommendations, but it highlights the gap between South Africa and some other countries that are changing faster.
Sources: TechCentral
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