Electric vehicle registrations slipped sharply in September, dropping 44 percent to 93,524 units. The decline follows a surge in purchases a year earlier when a federal tax credit was still available. Industry insiders, including Honda executives, have been speaking with retailers about the shift. The trend highlights how policy changes can quickly affect consumer demand for EVs.


Total electric vehicle registrations fell 44 percent to 93,524 in September. The steep drop reflected a year-earlier buying rush before the federal tax credit expired. Honda executives told retailers ...