Mercedes-Benz Australia-Pacific EV sales dropped 31% and van sales fell 34.8% by September, moving the company's fully electric target from 2030 to 2035.

Mercedes-Benz has seen a significant decline in electric vehicle (EV) sales in Australia, with car sales down 31% and van sales down 34.8% as of September. Despite this, Australia-Pacific CEO Jaime Cohen remains optimistic about the company's electrification strategy. Originally aiming to become fully electric by 2030, the target has now been pushed to 2035 amid slower global EV adoption. Petrol and diesel vehicles will continue to be sold during this transition.

October 21, 2024
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