London, 16 December 2025 – ASEAN countries now have among the highest electric vehicle (EV) sales penetration of any country in the world, according to a new analysis by energy think tank Ember. The share of EVs in new passenger car sales in countries like Singapore, Viet Nam, Thailand and Indonesia exceeds legacy automotive markets like the US, European Union and the UK.
The analysis shows that ASEAN has become a major force in global EV adoption. Singapore and Viet Nam have reached EV sales shares around 40%, overtaking levels seen in the UK and the EU. Indonesia has reached 15% this year, surpassing the United States for the first time. Thailand has reached 21% and has sold more EVs in the first three quarters of 2025 than Denmark. These shifts show how quickly the region is moving from a low base to a position of leadership.
The rise in EV uptake in ASEAN is a key contributor to the global surge. The analysis finds more than a quarter of new cars sold globally in 2025 are electric.
Lam Pham, Asia Energy Analyst at Ember, said: “The sharp rise in EV sales across Southeast Asia shows that the region is ready to leapfrog internal-combustion vehicles. This momentum reflects the clear economic and environmental benefits increasingly recognised by both consumers and policymakers. To sustain and accelerate this shift, continued investment in charging infrastructure and incentive policies will be essential.”
