EU Passenger Car Registrations Rise as Electric Vehicle Sales Surge
European passenger car registrations grew by 5.7% during the first nine months of 2026, marking the eighth consecutive month of growth according to data from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). The expansion was driven largely by a significant surge in the electric vehicle segment, with battery electric vehicle (BEV) registrations increasing approximately 48% year-over-year to reach 1.93 million units. Battery electric vehicles now represent 22.7% of the total market share in Europe. This shift in consumer preference is facilitating increased market presence for major manufacturers, including Chinese firms BYD and Chery, as they expand their foothold within the European automotive landscape.
Topics: ACEA data Electric vehicle growth EU car registrations