Technology
Electric Vehicle Sales Surge 40% in Q1 2026
EV adoption accelerates globally as new models launch and charging infrastructure expands rapidly.
Alexandra Mills
February 17, 2026
4 min read
Electric vehicle sales surged by 40% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2026, with EVs now representing nearly 25% of all new car sales in major markets. China, Europe, and North America all posted strong growth.
Model Diversity
The expansion of available EV models across all vehicle segments has been a key driver of adoption. Affordable compact EVs and electric pickup trucks showed particularly strong sales growth.
Charging Network
Major investments in fast-charging infrastructure have alleviated range anxiety for many consumers. The number of public charging points globally exceeded 5 million in early 2026.
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#Electric Vehicles#Transportation#Technology#Adoption
