As of late 2023, there are over 3.4 million electric vehicles (EVs) on American roads. This figure includes both all-electric battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The market has experienced explosive growth, with EV sales surpassing the 1 million unit mark for the first time in a single year during 2023. This surge has pushed the EV share of the total U.S. vehicle market to nearly 8%.
The growth trajectory is steep. To put it in perspective, the U.S. reached its first million EVs cumulatively in 2018. The rapid adoption is fueled by increasing model availability, federal and state incentives like the revised EV tax credit, and growing consumer acceptance. While this number is impressive, it still represents a small fraction of the over 280 million total vehicles registered nationwide, indicating massive potential for future growth.
California is the undeniable leader in EV adoption, accounting for a disproportionately large share of all registrations. Other states with strong EV uptake include Florida, Texas, Washington, and New Jersey, often correlating with supportive state-level policies and higher investment in public charging infrastructure.
| State | Estimated EV Registrations (2023) | Market Share of Total US EV Fleet | Notable Models |
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| California | ~1.5 million | ~44% | Tesla Model 3/Y, Chevrolet Bolt |
| Florida | ~200,000 | ~6% | Ford Mustang Mach-E, Tesla Model Y |
| Texas | ~190,000 | ~5.5% | Tesla Model 3, Rivian R1T |
| Washington | ~120,000 | ~3.5% | Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Ioniq 5 |
| New Jersey | ~110,000 | ~3.2% | Volkswagen ID.4, Tesla Model 3 |
Looking ahead, analysts project the number of EVs in the U.S. to continue its rapid climb, potentially reaching 10-15 million by 2030, driven by automakers' commitments and evolving regulations.
