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Electric car sales in Europe surge 41 percent
Original: Electric car sales in Europe up 41 percent in the first half of 2026
Electric car sales in Europe rose 41 percent in the first half of 2026, according to figures reported by Notebookcheck. The jump points to accelerating adoption of battery-electric vehicles across European markets, driven by new models, expanding charging infrastructure and tightening emissions rules. The growth is being read as a sign that Europe's shift away from combustion engines is gaining momentum despite earlier doubts about demand.
Why now: Strong new sales figures suggest Europe's electric vehicle transition is accelerating faster than expected.
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