EVs account for a quarter of new car sales in July
New car sales in Europe rose four per cent in July compared to the same month in 2025, according to JATO Dynamics.
It reported that registrations reached 1.12 million units in the month, with growth driven by electrified powertrains.
Electric vehicle sales increased by 51% to 279,800 units, accounting for one in four car sales and boosting market share from 17.2% to 24.9%. Meanwhile, plug-in hybrid sales rose by 16% to 128,800 units and hybrid registrations were up seven per cent to 145,300 units.
In contrast, registrations of conventional combustion vehicles fell by 22% to 302,100 units, with market share down from 35.9% in July 2025 to 26.9% in July 2026.
At brand level, Volkswagen remained Europe’s most-registered car make despite volumes falling by four per cent to 118,700 units, while Skoda retained second position with 74,800 registrations and Toyota registrations rose four per cent to 73,600 units.
Steffen Michulski, regional consultant Europe at JATO Dynamics, said: “The standout story in July wasn’t overall market growth, it was the speed of BEV expansion. One in four new cars registered in Europe was fully electric, a clear sign that the market’s momentum is shifting decisively towards electrification.
“The winners are increasingly those with compelling EV line-ups, while combustion continues to move into the background.”
