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Record Demand Catches (Some) OEMs with Their Pants Down — Europe September 2026
BEVs remain in high demand in Europe, with pure electrics reaching a record 31% share last month thanks to a record 422,000 fully electric passenger cars being registered in Europe, which is not only a 63%(!
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BEV registrations hit a record 422,000 units in September, lifting pure‑electric passenger‑car share to 31% of the market—a 63% year‑over‑year increase and the fastest growth in more than three years. Overall plug‑in vehicle sales rose 49% YoY, reaching a new high of 590,000 units and representing 43% of total registrations. Plug‑in hybrids contributed 167,000 units, up 23% YoY, but their slower growth tempered the overall plug‑in surge.
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