Brazil's cities lag behind surge in electric‑vehicle adoption

Brazil’s electric‑vehicle fleet is expanding rapidly, especially in São Paulo, but urban areas lack the charging infrastructure needed for widespread use. Owners of new EVs and delivery riders face practical problems such as the inability to install chargers in older apartment buildings, lack of public charging points, and unclear responsibility for the costs of electrical upgrades. These issues create a conflict between individual users and condominium associations, with non‑EV owners also bearing part of the expense. Existing city plans mention electric mobility, yet there is no coordinated policy for public charging distribution, and regulations on building adaptations remain vague. Experts call for stronger involvement from regulators, utility companies, and public prosecutors to establish clear rules on infrastructure investment, cost sharing, and consumer protection as Brazil moves toward a cleaner transport sector.