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The Automotive Update: What is forecast for Europe’s new EV market?

This episode unpacks the latest update from EV Volumes’ forecasting team. Listen now for key insights into new EV sales in Europe, alongside projections for the region’s big five markets. Which factors could most affect sales of electric models in the future?

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Further EU new-car market growth in May

May delivered another month of growth for the EU new-car market. But while electric vehicle (EV) sales remained strong, some larger markets saw weaker results. Autovista24 content specialist James Roberts assesses the latest data. In May, 955,013 new cars were registered in the EU, according to the latest ACEA data. This equated to a 3.2% […]

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How is Austria’s EV market progressing without purchase subsidies?

Austria’s new electric vehicle (EV) market was previously supported by purchase subsidies. But without their help in 2026, are other incentives sustaining demand? Tom Hooker, Autovista24 journalist, reviews the market. Purchase subsidies can be a major driver in boosting EV sales. This is especially true within the private sector. Austria’s EV market has previously benefited […]

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The challenges facing the Netherlands’ sluggish EV market

New electric vehicle (EV) sales in the Netherlands grew year on year in April. However, while plug-in-hybrids (PHEVs) proved popular, battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) sales struggled. Autovista24 content specialist James Roberts reports on a market facing challenges in 2026. In April, a total of 15,826 new EVs, made up of BEVs and PHEVs, were sold in […]

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The Automotive Update: Regional results weigh on global EV market

What does EV Volumes’ latest data reveal about the world’s new electric vehicle (EV) market? Will mandated targets play a part? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus discusses the data in the Automotive Update podcast. Are global sales of new battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) growing at the same rate? How are the biggest EV […]

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Launch Report: New Nissan Leaf is a legacy reborn

The third-generation Nissan Leaf takes a bold direction. Repurposed as a crossover with coupé styling, can this new philosophy appeal to buyers? Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry reviews the model alongside regional experts. The Nissan Leaf has already carved out a legacy in Europe’s automotive market. As one of the first mass-produced battery-electric vehicles […]

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Skoda model tastes success in Europe’s new EV market

A Skoda model topped the charts in Europe’s new battery-electric vehicle (BEV) market during April. This came as all-electric cars once again outperformed plug-in hybrids (PHEVs). Tom Hooker, Autovista24 journalist, reviews the figures. In April, BEVs recorded a second consecutive month of greater year-on-year growth than PHEVs in Europe’s new-car market. Sales of BEVs reached […]

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UK new LCV market delivers modest growth in May

New light-commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations in the UK recorded a second consecutive month of growth in May. This was supported by strong demand for electric vans. Andy Picton, specialist residual value analyst at Glass’s, examines the data with Autovista24 content specialist James Roberts. The UK’s new LCV market recorded growth in May 2026, with registrations […]

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The Automotive Update: A closer look at key European new-car markets

As Europe’s major new-car markets approach the second half of 2026, how did they fare in May? Which ones are on track for success in 2026? Autovista24 editor Tom Geggus reveals all in the Automotive Update podcast. Is the French new-car market becoming reliant on one powertrain? Will the UK meet its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) […]

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China’s EV decline continues as BEV and PHEV sales struggle in April

The battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) markets in China struggled again in April. But was there any consistency among the best-selling models? Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry examines the latest data. China’s electric vehicle (EV) market continued its downward spiral in April, as BEVs and PHEVs lost ground compared to 2025. The […]

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Can a new support package bolster Italy’s automotive fortunes?

The Italian new-car market enjoyed another month of growth in May. But can a major new industry funding framework provide a catalyst for further prosperity? Autovista24 content specialist James Roberts assesses the latest industry data. May underlined a strong first five months of 2026 for the Italian new-car market. In total, 150,043 new passenger cars […]

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Have Germany’s new EV incentives made an impact?

The online portal for Germany’s new electric vehicle (EV) incentives opened in May. This came as the powertrain group bolstered the overall new-car market, while internal-combustion engine (ICE) models struggled. Tom Hooker, Autovista24 journalist, analyses the impact of incentives. The German new-car market narrowly managed its fourth month of consecutive year-on-year growth in May. Registrations […]