Electric Vehicle Adoption Is On The Rise — Even If Tesla Sales Are Uneven - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica highlights a positive trend in electric vehicle (EV) adoption despite uneven Tesla sales and the expiration of US federal tax credits. Contrary to predictions that EV sales would decline sharply after the tax credits ended, used EV sales have surged significantly. Data from early 2026 shows December 2025 used EV sales increased by over 10% year-over-year and 35% compared to 2024. This growth is supported by a strong inventory of newer, affordable used EVs, with over half priced under $30,000 and many from 2023 or newer model years. Tesla continues to dominate the used EV market with a 30% share, maintaining price stability even after tax credit changes, though potential discontinuations of certain Tesla models may impact future values. Customer satisfaction with EVs is also reaching new highs, according to JD Power’s 2026 US Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Ownership Study. The study found that full battery electric vehicles (BEVs)