Passenger car registrations EU AUGUST 2024
Published: 18-09-2025
New car registrations: +5.3% in August 2026 year-to-date; battery-electric 21.7% market share
New EU car registrations increased by 5.3% year-to-date, against a backdrop of rising energy prices and persistent geopolitical uncertainty. Demand for a range of electrified vehicles remained strong, driven by market support measures and a broader model offering. Hybrid-electric vehicles ranked as the most popular powertrain choice amongst buyers, while battery-electric cars accounted for 21.7% of new EU car registrations. Meanwhile, plug-in hybrids captured 10% of the EU market.
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