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Global EV Market Grows 30.5% in September

...China and Europe Drive Sales with Over 1.4 Million Units Combined"

David Ijaseun by David Ijaseun
October 16, 2024
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Global electric vehicle (EV) sales are booming, with a surge of 30.5% recorded in September 2024. For consumers, this signals a promising shift towards cleaner transportation and a more sustainable future. China led the charge, achieving record sales, while Europe showed signs of recovery, marking a positive outlook for the global EV market.

“China continues to outshine other markets with remarkable growth,” said Charles Lester, data manager at market research firm Rho Motion. “In September alone, the country sold 1.12 million electric vehicles, an impressive 47.9% jump from the previous month.”

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This growing momentum indicates that more affordable and advanced EV options are becoming readily available for the environmentally conscious buyer. With China at the forefront, the global market is seeing rapid adoption of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs).

 Europe Rebounds, U.S. Trails Behind

In Europe, electric car sales climbed by 4.2%, reaching 300,000 units, led by the United Kingdom’s 24% growth. Other countries like Italy, Germany, and Denmark also saw gains, reflecting a resurgence in demand after months of stagnation. “Germany’s 7% year-on-year growth is positive news,” said Lester.

Meanwhile, the U.S. and Canada lagged, posting a modest 4.3% increase with only 150,000 EVs sold. With the upcoming U.S. elections in November, many industry experts are cautious about making long-term predictions.

 Chinese Automakers Target the European Market

Chinese automakers are not just dominating their domestic market—they’re eyeing Europe, despite import tariffs of up to 45%. BYD, China’s leading EV manufacturer, recently opened its first factory in Southeast Asia to solidify its global reach. “Chinese manufacturers are eager to expand in Europe, even with the cooling global demand for electric cars,” said Lester.

 A Look Ahead: What’s Next for EVs

The road ahead for electric vehicles looks promising, but not without challenges. Rho Motion projects that by 2025, Europe will sell 3.78 million EVs, a figure expected to nearly triple to 9.78 million by 2030. Yet, these numbers are lower than previous estimates by 24% and 19%, respectively.

Policy shifts in Europe could impact growth as countries like France cut back on buyer incentives, while Germany recently introduced tax relief for companies on EV sales. “The green transition will face hurdles, but the EV market is still set for long-term growth,” said William Roberts, automotive research lead at Rho Motion.

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