New chief executive appointed to EVC Australia

The Electric Vehicle Council of Australia has appointed Julie Delvecchio as its new chief executive.

She replaces inaugural chief executive Behyad Jafari, who stepped down in mid-2024, and interim chief executive Samantha Johnson, the former managing director of Polestar Australia.  

Delvecchio brings extensive expertise in energy and transport in Australia and has more than two decades of senior leadership experience in business and advocacy. 

“The work of the EVC is as much about transport as it is about energy. Transport and energy are two of the most essential parts of our daily lives, and the decisions we make now will shape the future of our cities and communities,” Delvecchio says. 

“EVs now account for nearly one in ten new vehicles sold in Australia, reflecting the growing public confidence in cleaner, more affordable transport. It’s an exciting time for electric cars in Australia – sales are growing, the sector is maturing, and pivotal changes such as the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard are underway. 

“Australia is experiencing unprecedented investment in the EV sector across industry and government. This investment is about creating sustainable transport and positioning us as a global EV adoption, manufacturing, and innovation leader. 

“I recognise that the road to broader EV adoption is long, but we can accelerate progress with the right policies, partnerships, and plans in place. The Electric Vehicle Council has made significant strides in advocating for cleaner, cost-effective transport,” she says.