Electric Vehicle Sales Decline Sharply Across Europe

Sales of electric vehicles in Europe have experienced a significant drop, challenging the region's ambitious net-zero goals.

Electric vehicle registrations in Europe fell by 11.3% in March, with a notable 28.9% drop in Germany, signaling a widespread cooling of interest.
High costs and inadequate charging infrastructure are major barriers to wider adoption of electric vehicles, despite government incentives.
The European market is further complicated by potential increases in tariffs on cheaper Chinese imports, which could have offered more affordable options.
Hybrid vehicles are seeing a rise in sales, suggesting that consumers prefer these as a transitional technology over fully electric models.
Experts express concerns over the practicality of the EU's plans to phase out petrol and diesel cars by 2035 given the current market dynamics.