Car registrations in Ireland enjoy October bump
New car registrations in Ireland rose 15% to 2,501 in October, according to the Society of the Irish Motor Industry.
Registrations year-to-date have risen from 123,855 units to 130,754, which represents an increase of six per cent.
Meanwhile, light commercial vehicle sales increased last month by two per cent to 1,727 units and have increased seven per cent year-to-date to 33,638 units, while heavy goods vehicle sales rose 45% to 205 units in October and are up two per cent year-to-date to 2,586 units.
In terms of fuel types, 1,092 new electric cars were registered in October, a 55% increase on October last year, and so far this year 36,270 new electric cars have been registered, representing a 57% increase compared to the same period in 2025.
Emma Mitchell, operations director, SIMI, said: “October’s new car market saw a 15% increase in new car registrations when compared to the same month last year, with 2,501 units registered. Year-to-date new car sales are six per cent ahead of last year, with a total of 130,754 new cars registered.
“Demand for new battery electric vehicles remained strong in October, helped by government support and market offerings; 1,092 units were registered, compared to 706 in October 2025. Year-to-date electric vehicle sales reached 36,270 units, a 57% increase on the same period last year.
“Growth is being seen across the country, including strong increases in both urban and rural areas, with 61% of new electric cars registered outside Dublin this year. Electric vehicles are now the most popular powertrain for Irish new car buyers so far this year.”
