In Q1 2025, EV sales in Europe surged by 23.9%, boosting the overall car market despite a 1.9% decline in new EU car registrations. Major markets like Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands saw significant gains, while France experienced a decline. Hybrid-electric car sales rose by 20.7%, with a notable increase in France. Petrol and diesel car registrations fell sharply, with Volkswagen AG showing a slight increase in sales, while Tesla faced a significant drop. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)