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Newcastle Herald
Newcastle Herald
Sage Swinton

Petrol car registrations drop as hybrids and EVs hit fast lane

Lisa Freeburn upgraded her electric vehicle a few months ago and said owning an EV had become easier and more affordable. Picture by Marina Neil

Petrol car registrations are on the decline in Lake Macquarie according to new data as electric and hybrid vehicles gain popularity.

The Hunter's most populated city is one of a growing number of areas where petrol vehicle registrations have decreased, according to data from Transport for NSW.

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