Summary
- Electric vehicle registrations in Arkansas have increased by 69.8% since 2019
- There are currently 6,895 fully electric vehicles and 41,652 hybrid vehicles registered in Arkansas
- Electric vehicles make up a small percentage of total registrations in Arkansas due to the large number of traditional passenger vehicles
- Registrations of electric vehicles have steadily increased over the years
- Scott Hardin from the Department of Finance and Administration states that electric vehicles do not occupy a large percentage of total registrations in Arkansas
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Scott Hardin from the Department of Finance and Administration in Arkansas reported an increase of 69.8% in electric vehicle registrations in the state since 2019. In 2019, there were 781 fully electric vehicles and 13,861 hybrid vehicles registered, but as of June 30, 2024, the numbers have risen to 6,895 fully electric vehicles and 41,652 hybrid vehicles. Despite this growth, electric vehicles still only represent a small portion of the total number of registered vehicles in the state, with almost 2.8 million passenger vehicles currently registered.
Hardin noted that while the number of electric vehicles in Arkansas is on the rise, they still do not make up a significant percentage of the total vehicle registrations. Electric vehicles continue to increase in numbers each year, but as of now, they are not a major player in the overall landscape of registered vehicles in the state. The data collected over the years shows a steady growth in the number of electric vehicles, with figures for both fully electric and hybrid vehicles increasing annually.
The breakdown of electric vehicle registrations over the years shows a clear upward trend, with the number of fully electric vehicles rising from 781 in 2019 to 4,069 in 2023. Hybrid vehicle registrations have also increased steadily, from 13,861 in 2019 to 32,068 in 2023. This trend indicates a growing interest in electric and hybrid vehicles among Arkansas residents, although they still remain a minority in terms of total vehicle registrations in the state.
While electric vehicle registrations are increasing in Arkansas, Scott Hardin emphasized that they do not make up a significant percentage of the total registrations. With almost 2.8 million passenger vehicles registered in the state, electric vehicles still have a long way to go to become a mainstream choice for residents. The data presented by Hardin highlights the slow but steady growth of electric vehicles in Arkansas, indicating a shift towards more sustainable transportation options in the future.
As electric vehicles continue to gain popularity and awareness among consumers, Arkansas is seeing a notable increase in registrations for both fully electric and hybrid vehicles. The data provided by Scott Hardin demonstrates a consistent rise in the number of electric vehicles in the state over the past few years, showing a positive trend towards cleaner and more sustainable transportation options. While electric vehicles still make up a small percentage of total registrations, their increasing presence suggests a growing interest in environmentally friendly vehicles in Arkansas.
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