The EV Shift: Smart Fleet and Vehicle Finance for Self-Employed Aussies
Australians are buying electrified vehicles at a record pace, with 46% of all new vehicle sales in May 2026 going to electric, hybrid or plug-in hybrid models.
According to VFACTS, battery electric vehicles alone accounted for a record 20% of the market, the highest monthly share ever recorded.
The numbers reflect a market in rapid transition. Chinese EV maker BYD saw sales grow 155% year-on-year in May, while petrol and diesel SUVs fell 31% and 41% respectively.
Beyond the environmental benefits, business owners have good reasons to take notice of this trend. Lower running costs, reduced maintenance compared to petrol and diesel vehicles, and potential tax advantages make EVs worth serious consideration for anyone managing a fleet or simply needing a reliable vehicle for work.
Self-employed operators and business owners considering EVs – whether for themselves or their fleet – may find that the right finance makes the decision a straightforward one.
Direct Credit Home Loans offers vehicle and equipment finance tailored to self-employed borrowers and business owners, with flexible lending criteria and fast assessments.
Contact us on (07) 3726 1124 or email [email protected] to to find out what your business could access.
We specialise in helping self-employed borrowers.
Our experienced staff will assess your application on its merits, not according to rigid criteria. So if you’re credit-worthy, we’ll back you.
We love helping Australians buy property.
Call us on (07) 3726 1124 or email [email protected] to discuss your scenario directly with our credit team.