Distribution of Electric Vehicles by Make, Model, and Type Over Time

Exploring the surge of EVs in Washington State.

__timestamp	TESLA, MODEL Y, Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), King, Bellevue, WA, 98006.0, 0, 0, PUGET SOUND ENERGY INC\|\|CITY OF TACOMA - (WA)	TESLA, MODEL Y, Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), King, Redmond, WA, 98052.0, 0, 0, PUGET SOUND ENERGY INC\|\|CITY OF TACOMA - (WA)	TESLA, MODEL Y, Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), King, Sammamish, WA, 98074.0, 0, 0, PUGET SOUND ENERGY INC\|\|CITY OF TACOMA - (WA)	TESLA, MODEL Y, Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), Snohomish, Bothell, WA, 98012.0, 0, 0, PUGET SOUND ENERGY INC	TESLA, MODEL Y, Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), Snohomish, Bothell, WA, 98021.0, 0, 0, PUGET SOUND ENERGY INC
Friday, January 1, 2021	118	224	129	145	111
Saturday, January 1, 2022	200	266	156	194	134
Sunday, January 1, 2023	514	735	427	628	391
Monday, January 1, 2024	242	376	210	251	147
Wednesday, January 1, 2025	1	2	3	2	2

Unleashing insights

The Rise of Electric Vehicles in Washington State

Electric vehicles (EVs) have been gaining traction over the past few years, and Washington State is no exception. In 2023, the Tesla Model Y dominated the EV market in cities like Bellevue, Redmond, and Sammamish, with a significant increase in registrations compared to previous years. For instance, Bellevue saw a 335% increase in Tesla Model Y registrations from 2021 to 2023. This trend highlights the growing preference for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in urban areas, driven by environmental consciousness and advancements in EV technology.

A Closer Look at the Data

The data reveals that King County, including cities like Bellevue and Redmond, consistently shows higher EV adoption rates compared to Snohomish County. This could be attributed to the availability of charging infrastructure and incentives provided by local utilities like Puget Sound Energy. However, the data for 2025 shows a sharp decline, indicating potential data gaps or market saturation.

Date published

16 Dec 2024