# Global transition to electric and hybrid vehicles

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/global-transition-to-electric-and-hybrid-vehicles
> Updated: 2026-10-11T20:56:05.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Global automotive markets are experiencing a significant transition toward electric and hybrid propulsion. In late 2026, rising fuel costs—partially linked to Middle East conflicts—have accelerated the demand for low-emission transportation.

In Europe, battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales saw substantial increases, with Germany reporting a 75% surge and France more than doubling its previous year's sales. Simultaneously, the electric motorcycle market has seen rapid global expansion, particularly in Africa and Southeast Asia. 

By the first half of 2026, gasoline-only vehicles fell below 50% of the global new car market share for the first time, dropping to 49% from 73% in 2021. While BEVs and hybrids are capturing larger shares of the market, approximately 83% of new vehicles sold globally still utilize internal combustion engines through hybrid or plug-in hybrid configurations.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: Gasoline-only car sales fall below 50% of global market share

Gasoline-only cars fell below 50% of global new vehicle sales for the first time in the first half of 2026, driven by rising fuel prices and increased demand for electric and hybrid models.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gasoline-only-car-sales-fall-below-50-of-global-market-share

### 2026-09-25: Electric vehicle and motorcycle sales surge globally

Rising fuel prices and green policies are driving a global surge in electric vehicle and electric motorcycle sales, with significant growth seen in Europe and Southeast Asia.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/electric-vehicle-and-motorcycle-sales-surge-globally

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