CLIn August 2026, Chile saw its highest monthly sales of new cars this year, according to data from the National Automotive Association of Chile (ANAC). The increase in fuel prices since March has led to a noticeable shift toward electric and hybrid vehicles, with ANAC secretary general Diego Mendoza noting a 'before and after' effect from the fuel price hike. While the number of available models has doubled in recent years and their prices have dropped significantly, electric vehicles now cost under $15 million compared to over $35 million previously, the current share of zero-emission vehicles at 6.4% falls short of the 2030 target of 20%. ANAC projects reaching around 15% by 2030 but calls for incentives to boost adoption. Mendoza also criticizes the Energy Efficiency Law for excluding major electric vehicle manufacturers like Tesla and BYD, which account for nearly half of all EV sales, arguing that the law disadvantages these companies.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual data and quotes from ANAC, a representative body of the automotive industry, without overtly favoring any political stance. It discusses policy challenges such as the Energy Efficiency Law and calls for incentives, but does so neutrally, focusing on industry perspectives
