Car sales in the EU rise 5.7% by September to 8.5 million units

Car sales in the EU increased by 5.7% in the first nine months of the year, totaling 8.5 million units, with electric vehicles rising significantly. Battery-only vehicles accounted for 22.7% of sales, up from 16.1% the previous year, with a notable 48.5% increase in units sold. The market showed resilience despite economic challenges, with hybrid vehicles remaining the most popular, representing 36.3% of sales. The share of gasoline and diesel vehicles decreased significantly, while plug-in hybrids also gained market share. Major manufacturers like Volkswagen and Stellantis saw sales growth, while Tesla's registrations surged by 50%.