EU Passanger Car Sales

European Auto Industry in one of the leading amd important sectors in Europa

EU auto makers directly employ around 2.5 million Europeans in automotive manufacturing.

In January 2026, new EU car registrations fell by 3.9% compared to January last year, marking a second consecutive challenging start to the year for the market.

The battery-electric car market share reached 19.3%, highlighting the continued potential for further growth. Hybrid-electric vehicles lead as the most popular power type choice among buyers, with plug-in hybrids consolidating their position in the market, underlining the importance of a technology-neutral pathway to decarbonisation.

European Auto Industry is still behind 2017 figures.

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