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Electrified cars drive Europe auto sales growth as Chinese brands gain ground

New car registrations in Europe rose sharply in June, with battery-electric vehicles surging 51%.

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Electrified cars are driving auto sales growth in Europe, according to industry data. The trend is accompanied by Chinese brands gaining ground in the region's market.

Europe's new car registrations posted the biggest rise since October 2023, though exact figures vary by source. Some reports put the June increase at 13%, while others cite a 13.1% jump.

Electric vehicle demand remains strong in Europe, with battery-electric registrations surging 51% across the region. This growth is a key factor behind the overall market expansion.

Chinese automakers are steadily increasing their presence in Europe. Their market share is growing, though exact figures were not provided.

Ilse Marchetti

Economics Correspondent · Talivio News

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  1. channelnewsasia.comElectrified cars drive Europe auto sales growth as Chinese brands gain ground (opens in a new window)
  2. investing.comEurope car sales rise 13% in June as EV demand stays strong (opens in a new window)
  3. aa.com.trEurope’s new car registrations post biggest rise since October 2023 on EV demand (opens in a new window)
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