Electric car push 'unrealistic' but Government could offer incentives 8 Mar, 2021 12:00 AM 6 minutes to read Sales of electric cars in New Zealand have rocketed. Photo / Getty Images Sales of electric cars in New Zealand have doubled and projected growth is expected to be ''exponential''. However, experts in the vehicle industry say it's ''unrealistic'' to think the majority of motorists will change to electric vehicles anytime soon. Overseas car manufacturers ultimately dictate the number of electric vehicles available and high costs are putting people off, they say. Transport Minister Michael Wood. Photo / File In response, Transport Minister Michael Wood says the Government recognises there could be barriers to switching to electric cars and ''that's why we're looking at possible incentive schemes''.