Sales of electric cars saw a noticeable jump in Europe’s leading markets during the first quarter of 2026, rising by nearly one-third. This followed the war in Iran, which pushed fuel prices higher and prompted consumers to move even further away from traditional internal-combustion engines.
According to data from the E-Mobility Europe Association and the New Automotive Foundation, registrations of new electric vehicles increased by 29.4% to reach 560,000 units. Electric car sales also rose sharply in March, up 51.3%, with 240,000 new vehicles registered, according to Reuters.
In a joint statement, the two organizations said the top five markets—Germany, France, Spain, Italy, and Poland—have recorded growth of more than 40% since the beginning of the year. The statement also noted that registrations in just the first quarter alone could help reduce oil demand by about two million barrels per year.
The report covers markets accounting for 94% of electric car sales across the European Union and the European Free Trade Area. This shift reflects a double pressure on consumers: environmental regulations limit emissions, while rising gasoline costs are forcing people to look for more economical options for everyday use.
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