Global new-car sales have shifted dramatically as electric and hybrid vehicles surge in popularity, with gasoline-powered cars now accounting for less than half of all new registrations worldwide for the first time. The decline reflects accelerating demand for cleaner alternatives amid tightening emissions regulations and consumer preferences favoring lower-running-cost, eco-friendly options. Industry analysts attribute the shift to rapid advancements in battery technology and expanded charging infrastructure supporting electric vehicles. Automakers are increasingly pivoting production toward electrification, signaling a potential turning point in the automotive industry’s long reliance on fossil-fuel-powered engines.
Gas vehicles fall under 50% of global new-auto sales for first time Nikkei Asia
