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European automotive market shifts toward electric and hybrid

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European automotive markets are undergoing a structural shift toward electric and hybrid technologies, driven by high fuel costs and increased model availability. In July 2026, electric vehicle (EV) registrations rose by 13% year-on-year across 16 major European markets, representing 25.7% of total registrations. This trend is further evidenced by a 40.5% increase in EU electric vehicle sales during the first half of the year, a movement accelerated by rising oil prices following geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. In Greece, consumer preferences have shifted significantly toward electrified ~~models. In July, approximately 79.2% of buyers opted for hybrid or electric vehicles, including 64% for standard hybrids~~ models and ~~7.5%~~ SUVs. Between January and August 2026, SUVs accounted for ~~fully electric models. This shift is supported by the introduction~~ 66.1% of ~~affordable options, such as~~ the ~~Citroen e-C3 and~~ market, with the ~~MG3 Hybrid+. However,~~ B-SUV segment leading. While the Greek EV market ~~faced volatility; total~~ share remains below the EU average, electric vehicle registrations ~~fell 18.7% in August, partly due to rising interest rates. By September,~~ for the ~~market showed signs of recovery, with total~~ first ~~registrations rising 1.2%~~ eight months of 2026 rose by 28.7% compared to ~~21,902 units. Notably,~~ the previous year. Additionally, Chinese passenger vehicle registrations surged by 88.1% during the first nine months of 2026, increasing their market share to 10.49%, with MG and Chery leading the segment. In Spain, the market continues to expand. By September 2026, passenger car registrations reached 93,858 units, a 10.2% year-on-year increase. Electrified vehicles accounted for 34% of the Spanish ~~market.~~ market, with Tesla and BYD emerging as key players. To support this transition, the government implemented the ‘Plan Auto+’ program, providing up to €4,500 in aid for pure electric or hybrid vehicles. Regional trends show divergence. Hungary reported a 13% increase in new car registrations during the first three quarters of 2026, with the electric vehicle segment growing by 30.2%. Conversely, Romania’s new car market declined by 10.62% between January and September.

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