The market share of electric cars is expected to increase significantly by 2025, accounting for between 20% and 24% of new cars sold in Europe, according to a study published on Tuesday by the Transport & Environment (T&E) think tank.
“Thanks to the proliferation of new and more affordable models, EVs (electric vehicles, editor’s note) are expected to account for almost a quarter of new cars sold,” estimates Marie Chéron, head of vehicle policy at T&E France, in a statement.
After three years of strong growth, sales of electric models have peaked and the market share of these vehicles has fallen to 12.5% since the beginning of 2024. The increases in the Netherlands, Spain or Italy do not compensate for the sharp decline in Germany, the largest European market, following the surprise elimination of subsidies for the purchase of electricity in the country.
In addition, some European carmakers, such as France’s Renault, are calling on the EU to postpone by two years the implementation of stricter rules on vehicle CO2 emissions, scheduled for 2025.
More affordable models boost sales
But thanks to the proliferation of new, more affordable models (Citroen C3, Renault 5, Hyundai Inster), manufacturers could increase the share of electric vehicles in their sales by 2025, as well as that of plug-in hybrids, according to T&E.
States should also support motorists in converting to electricity, by greening company fleets but also with measures such as “social leasing”, which is expected to be renewed in France, the group of experts adds.
A study released on 11 September by BMI Research (a partner company of Fitch) also forecasts strong growth in electricity sales in Europe, driven in particular by purchases by corporate fleets and long-term rental operators.
Source: BFM TV
