Articles tagged with "plug-in-hybrids"
Plug-In Hybrids Pollute Almost As Much As Petrol Cars — EU Data - CleanTechnica
A recent analysis of European Environment Agency data on 127,000 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) registered in 2023 reveals that PHEVs pollute nearly as much as conventional petrol and diesel cars, emitting only about 19% less CO2 per kilometer on average (135g vs. 166g). Even when operating in electric mode, PHEVs consume fuel and emit 68g of CO2/km—8.5 times higher than official test claims—because their electric motors often lack sufficient power for higher speeds or inclines, causing the combustion engine to engage for roughly one-third of the distance driven in electric mode. This hidden fuel consumption results in an average additional cost of €500 per year for PHEV drivers. The study also highlights that PHEVs are more expensive to purchase than battery electric vehicles (BEVs), with average prices in Germany, France, and the UK projected at €55,700 in 2025—€15,200
energyplug-in-hybridscarbon-emissionselectric-vehiclesfuel-consumptionEU-regulationsautomotive-industryChina Demands More From Automakers Who Want NEV Incentives - CleanTechnica
China is tightening the technical requirements for new energy vehicles (NEVs) to qualify for purchase tax incentives in 2026 and 2027, following a strategy similar to Norway’s phased approach to EV incentives. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, Ministry of Finance, and State Taxation Administration jointly issued new standards that raise the bar for NEV performance, particularly focusing on battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs). BEVs must now comply with the stricter national standard GB 36980.1-2025, which is about 11% more stringent than previous requirements, and heavier vehicles over 3,500 kilograms must meet the same energy consumption limits as lighter ones. PHEVs weighing less than 2,500 kilograms must achieve fuel economy at least 70% that of conventional gasoline cars, while heavier PHEVs must meet 75%. Additionally, PHEVs must have a minimum battery-only range of 100 kilometers, up from
energyelectric-vehiclesnew-energy-vehiclesNEV-incentivesbattery-electric-carsplug-in-hybridsChina-automotive-policyEVs At 31.1% Share In Germany - Leapmotor B10 SUV Debuts - CleanTechnica
In September 2025, plugin electric vehicles (EVs) achieved a 31.1% market share in Germany, up from 23.7% year-on-year, with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) accounting for 19.3% and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) 11.8%. BEV volumes rose 32% YoY, while PHEVs grew by 85%. Year-to-date (YTD), combined plugin share is 28.4%, showing significant improvement over 2024 but only marginal gains compared to 2023, primarily due to PHEV growth. Notably, BEV incentives were canceled in late 2023, yet the market transition continues robustly without subsidies. The new generation of PHEVs, featuring electric ranges over 80 km, is expected to contribute substantially to electric driving before eventually plateauing and declining, similar to trends seen in Norway. Meanwhile, combustion engine vehicles’ share has dropped sharply to 42
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-marketbattery-electric-vehiclesplug-in-hybridsautomotive-industryGermany-EV-salesAustralian Electric Vehicle Sales Hold Steady at 15% in September - CleanTechnica
In September 2025, electric vehicle (EV) sales in Australia remained steady, with over 11,500 new battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and nearly 4,500 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) sold, representing a combined market share of 15.7% out of 102,000 new vehicles sold. China has emerged as the second largest supplier of cars to Australia, accounting for nearly 80% of BEV sales. Year-to-date figures show BEVs achieving over 8% market share and PHEVs over 4%, totaling a 12% penetration for plug-equipped vehicles. Notably, Chinese brands BYD and MG have entered the top ten automakers in Australia, with BYD’s Sealion 7 BEV ranking as the 8th best-selling model. BYD’s growing presence is bolstered by strong sales of its PHEV utes and SUVs. Industry leaders emphasize the need for improved charging infrastructure rather than additional subsidies
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The article from CleanTechnica highlights concerns raised by Transport & Environment (T&E) that the automotive industry is on the verge of a "Dieselgate sequel," this time involving plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). A decade after the original Dieselgate scandal—where Volkswagen and others were found to have manipulated diesel emissions tests—T&E warns that carmakers are again attempting to misrepresent the true emissions of their vehicles. Specifically, automakers and engine suppliers are lobbying the European Commission to abandon stricter EU regulations (utility factors set for 2025 and 2027) that would more accurately reflect real-world pollution from PHEVs. If successful, this could allow manufacturers to claim lower emissions than actual, potentially leading to hundreds of thousands of more polluting cars on European roads by 2035, undermining efforts to transition to zero-emission vehicles. T&E and allied organizations argue that accurate emissions data for PHEVs is crucial, as current estimates may underestimate their real-world
energyemissionsdieselgateplug-in-hybridsautomotive-industryCO2-reductionenvironmental-policyThe PHEV Debate Lives On - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica discusses the ongoing debate about the usefulness and environmental impact of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). One reader, Tom Dillon, criticizes PHEVs for often not meeting EPA efficiency ratings and points out that many owners do not plug them in, effectively using them as conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) cars. This leads to higher-than-expected CO2 emissions, although PHEVs still generally emit less CO2 than traditional gas vehicles. Another reader, "Peace Man," defends PHEVs by sharing personal experience of driving a Chevrolet Volt mostly on electric power (around 90% of the time) and highlights the practicality of PHEVs in areas where charging infrastructure is limited. He also notes the seamless transition between electric and gas modes and laments the lack of PHEV technology applied to other vehicle types like small pickups or vans. The article emphasizes that the effectiveness of PHEVs depends heavily on user behavior—when used properly, they can
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In August 2024, plugin electric vehicles (EVs) captured a 38.3% share of the UK auto market, up significantly from 29.4% a year earlier. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) accounted for 26.5% of sales, growing 15% year-over-year, while plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) surged 69%, reclaiming the lead over hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) for the first time since 2020. Despite a slight 2% decline in overall auto sales volume (82,908 units), EV market share reached new highs, driven in part by PHEVs now typically offering over 50 miles of electric range. Tesla remained the leading BEV brand with a 15% market share. The UK government reintroduced a BEV incentive scheme with grants tiered by carbon footprint and vehicle price, aiming to support lower-cost EVs under £37,000 and encourage cleaner battery supply chains. However,
energyelectric-vehiclesUK-auto-marketbattery-productioncarbon-footprintclean-energy-incentivesplug-in-hybridsPlug-in Hybrids Now Emit 5 Times, on Average, What Official Tests Claim — EU Data - CleanTechnica
A recent analysis by Transport & Environment (T&E) using data from the European Environment Agency reveals that plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) emit, on average, nearly five times more CO2 in real-world driving than official EU test figures indicate. While official tests report average emissions of 28g CO2 per km, real-world data from fuel monitors on 127,000 PHEVs registered in 2023 show emissions averaging 139g CO2 per km. This discrepancy persists despite carmakers’ claims that PHEV technology has become cleaner. The EU currently applies “utility factors” to adjust official CO2 ratings to better reflect real-world emissions, with stricter factors planned for 2025 and 2027 to encourage a shift from PHEVs to fully battery electric vehicles (BEVs). The car industry lobby is pushing the EU to abandon these tightening rules, aiming to continue selling PHEVs beyond the 2035 zero-emission vehicle deadline. However, environmental
energyplug-in-hybridsCO2-emissionselectric-vehiclesEU-regulationsclimate-targetsautomotive-technologyGlobal EV Sales Report — Plugin Vehicles Reach 26% Share! - CleanTechnica
In July 2025, global plugin electric vehicle (EV) registrations reached over 1.6 million, marking a 19% year-over-year increase compared to July 2024. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) led this growth with a 31% rise to over 1 million units, while plugin hybrids saw a modest 2% increase to around 600,000 units. China was a significant driver of these trends, favoring BEVs in the market. Plugin vehicles accounted for 26% of the overall auto market share in July (with BEVs alone at 17%), maintaining a year-to-date (YTD) share of 24% (16% BEV). Including plugless hybrids, electrified vehicles represented 37% of global car sales in 2025. The Tesla Model Y remained the top-selling EV in July, growing 11% year-over-year with approximately 89,000 registrations, partly due to a sales rush in the U.S. ahead
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In August 2025, plugin electric vehicles (EVs) captured a 59.0% market share in Sweden, up from 56.0% year-on-year, with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) accounting for 33.6% and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) 25.5%. Despite the overall growth in plugin share, BEV market share declined compared to the previous year, while PHEVs increased their share. Year-to-date figures show combined plugin EVs at 61.1%, slightly improving from 55.7% in 2024 but still reflecting a stagnation in Sweden’s EV transition compared to the rapid progress seen in 2020 and 2021. The Volvo EX40 remained the best-selling BEV in August, followed closely by the Volkswagen ID.7 and Kia EV3, with the latter gaining prominence since its late 2024 launch. Several new BEV models debuted in August, including the Hyundai Ioniq
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In August 2025, plugin electric vehicles (EVs) captured a 26.0% market share in France’s auto market, up from 22.4% year-on-year, with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) growing significantly to 19.3% share, while plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) slightly declined to 6.7%. Overall auto sales rose modestly by 2% year-on-year to 87,850 units despite August being a low-volume holiday month. The Renault 5 consolidated its position as the best-selling BEV in France for the fifth time this year, selling 1,412 units, followed by the Tesla Model Y and BMW iX1. Newer models like the Hyundai Inster and Renault 4 also showed promising sales growth. Despite the monthly gains, the cumulative year-to-date (YTD) plugin share in 2025 (23.7%) lags behind the same period in 2024 (24
energyelectric-vehiclesbattery-electric-vehiclesplug-in-hybridsautomotive-marketRenault-5clean-transportationChinese Automakers Are Reshaping South Africa’s Used Car Market - CleanTechnica
South Africa’s used car market is undergoing significant changes, driven by a combination of interest rate cuts and the rising presence of Chinese automakers. Following two interest rate reductions in early 2025, borrowing costs have decreased, boosting used car sales by 7% in the first half of the year compared to 2024, with over 181,000 vehicles sold generating R75.85 billion in revenue. While traditional brands from Germany, Japan, Europe, South Korea, and the U.S. have long dominated the market, Chinese brands like BYD, Omoda, and Jaecoo have seen their used car sales surge by 89% in H1 2025, albeit from a relatively small base. Chinese automakers are also influencing the market through their introduction of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), a segment that has historically struggled in South Africa. More PHEVs were sold in the first half of 2025 than in the entire previous year, with Chinese
energyelectric-vehiclesplug-in-hybridsChinese-automakersautomotive-marketSouth-Africaclean-energy-vehiclesNow Europeans Can Order A Chinese EV Online - CleanTechnica
The article discusses a new service from China EV Marketplace that allows European customers to order brand-new Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) online and have them delivered directly to their homes. This service simplifies the traditionally complex process of importing cars from China by including customs clearance and handling necessary paperwork for an additional fee. China EV Marketplace, which claims to be the largest online shop for Chinese EVs globally, has seen a 66% sales increase in the first half of 2025 compared to the previous year, selling 7,000 vehicles. The platform offers models from established Chinese brands like BYD, Xpeng, Nio, and Leapmotor, as well as vehicles from companies not yet selling in Europe, such as Xiaomi, which offers competitive pricing and performance compared to Tesla. However, there are notable challenges for buyers. Chinese-built vehicles use the GB/T charging standard, requiring adapters to work with Europe's CCS2 charging infrastructure, potentially affecting charging efficiency. Additionally
electric-vehiclesEV-marketplaceChinese-EVsonline-car-salesclean-energyplug-in-hybridsautomotive-materialsGlobal EV Sales Jump 27% This Year Despite Soft US Market
Global electric vehicle (EV) sales have surged by 27% in the first seven months of 2025 compared to the same period last year, reaching over 10.7 million units sold worldwide. This growth is led primarily by China, which accounted for 6.5 million EVs sold (a 29% increase), followed by Europe with 2.3 million units (up 30%), and the rest of the world showing a 42% rise. However, North America’s growth remains sluggish at just 2%, hindered by policy challenges in the US and a slowdown in Canada. Analysts expect a temporary boost in US EV demand ahead of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) consumer tax credit deadline in September, but anticipate a subsequent decline. In the UK, legacy automakers have made significant strides in increasing EV sales, with Ford notably achieving a 324% increase in the first half of 2025 compared to 2024. This surge is attributed to the introduction of
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-salesbattery-electric-vehiclesplug-in-hybridsclean-energyautomotive-industryEVs At 28.6% Share In Germany - IDs Take Top 3 - CleanTechnica
In July 2025, plugin electric vehicles (EVs) in Germany achieved a 28.6% market share, up significantly from 19.1% year-on-year (YoY). Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) accounted for 18.4% of sales, rising 58% YoY, while plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) reached 10.3%, growing 84% YoY. Overall auto sales increased by about 11% to 264,802 units. The growth is partly due to a weak baseline in July 2024. Germany’s EV market share now slightly surpasses France’s but remains behind the UK’s. Year-to-date combined EV share stands at 27.8%, with BEVs at 17.8% and PHEVs at 10.0%, showing strong PHEV growth driven by newer models with extended electric range. Combined EV sales have outpaced petrol-only vehicles for most of 2025,
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-marketbattery-electric-vehiclesplug-in-hybridsautomotive-industryGermanyToyota Could Help Accelerate Transition To Electric If It Promoted More Plug-Ins in South Africa - CleanTechnica
The article highlights the slow adoption of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) in South Africa, where BEVs accounted for only 0.24% of the 2024 vehicle market, with just 3,212 BEVs sold since 2018. BMW South Africa has been a pioneering promoter of electric vehicles since 2015, consistently introducing BEVs like the i3, iX3, iX, and MINI Cooper SE, maintaining a strong presence in the market. Volvo has also made significant inroads with plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and BEVs, with the Volvo EX30 leading BEV sales in early 2025. However, high import duties and taxes on electric vehicles—25% customs duty on EVs compared to 18% on petrol/diesel vehicles—pose a major barrier to wider EV adoption. This has even deterred Tesla from entering the South African market. While BMW, Volvo, and emerging brands like Chery, Omoda, Jaec
energyelectric-vehiclesplug-in-hybridsbattery-electric-vehiclesSouth-Africaautomotive-marketclean-energyFully Electric BYD Car Sales Up 37% In July - CleanTechnica
In July 2025, BYD’s overall passenger vehicle sales showed minimal growth, increasing only 0.1% compared to July 2024, signaling a slowdown after many months of strong growth. However, a significant shift occurred within the electric vehicle segment: fully electric (battery electric vehicle, BEV) sales surged by 37% year-over-year in July. This strong growth in BEVs contrasted sharply with a 22.7% decline in BYD’s plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) sales for the same month, indicating a notable shift in consumer preference toward fully electric models. Examining the broader trend from January to July 2025, BYD’s BEV sales rose by 40.3%, while PHEV sales still increased by 14.8%, contributing to an overall 26% increase in passenger vehicle sales for the company. Despite the recent monthly drop in PHEV sales, the article suggests it is unlikely that BYD will phase
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In July 2024, plugin electric vehicles (EVs) captured a 24.0% market share in France’s auto sales, up from 20.8% year-on-year, with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) increasing their share to 16.8% while plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) remained flat at 7.2%. Despite this apparent growth, the baseline comparison was skewed by an unusually slow period earlier in 2024, meaning the overall plugin market share has remained relatively stable since late 2023. Meanwhile, non-plugin hybrids (HEVs and MHEVs) have grown rapidly, indicating that traditional automakers are prioritizing these lower-effort emissions solutions over full electrification. Nevertheless, the introduction of affordable BEVs like the Renault 5, Citroen e-C3, and the new Hyundai Inster—along with the upcoming BYD Dolphin Surf—suggests plugin EV share in France may rise soon. The Renault 5
energyelectric-vehiclesbattery-electric-vehiclesplug-in-hybridsautomotive-marketclean-energyFranceEurope EV Sales Report — Tesla Has #1 Plus #2 Win, In A 29% EV Share Market - CleanTechnica
In June 2024, electric vehicle (EV) registrations in Europe reached approximately 361,000 units, marking a 23% year-over-year (YoY) increase despite an overall declining auto market. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) grew by 16% YoY to 242,000 units, while plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) surged 40% YoY, driven by models like the BYD Seal U PHEV and offerings from Chinese manufacturers such as Chery and Geely. This growth pushed the EV market share in Europe to 29% for June (20% BEVs), with year-to-date figures at 26% (18% BEVs). However, EV best sellers generally lag behind internal combustion engine (ICE) leaders in their categories, except for the midsize segment where the Tesla Model Y leads. Tesla dominated June’s EV sales with the Model Y securing the top spot at 24,073 registrations, showing a slight 1
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-salesTeslaEuropebattery-electric-vehiclesplug-in-hybrids53% EV Share in China! — June 2025 Sales Report - CleanTechnica
In June 2025, electric vehicles (EVs) continued their rapid growth in China, with plug-in vehicles (both battery electric vehicles, BEVs, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, PHEVs) capturing a remarkable 53% share of the total 2.1 million vehicle market. BEVs alone accounted for 32% of plugin sales, growing 33% year-over-year to over 660,000 units, while PHEVs grew 32% to hold a 21% share. Year-to-date sales surpassed 5.4 million units, positioning China to exceed 10 million plugin vehicle sales by year-end and potentially reach a 60% market share for plugins. Despite an ongoing EV price war with average discounts around 10%, internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles still see higher average discounts of 23%, reflecting competitive pressures. The market dynamics show a strong shift toward electric models across most vehicle segments, except the compact (C) segment, which remains dominated
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The article highlights the impressive financial performance of several Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, noting that four of them have achieved higher gross profit margins than Tesla. This development comes amid China’s dominant position in the global EV market, where plugin vehicles account for over 50% of new auto sales domestically and Chinese EV sales represent about half of worldwide EV sales. Contrary to the common perception that Chinese EV makers are operating at a loss, companies like Seres, BYD, Li Auto, and Great Wall Motor (GWM) are demonstrating strong profitability. Specifically, Seres leads with a remarkable 27.6% gross profit margin, followed by BYD at 20.7%, Li Auto at 20.5%, and GWM at 17.8%, all surpassing Tesla’s 16.3%. These figures underscore the growing financial health of Chinese EV producers, with several also reporting net profits exceeding Tesla’s. Xpeng and Geely also show gross profit margins close to
electric-vehiclesChinese-automakersgross-profit-marginTesla-competitorsEV-marketplug-in-hybridsautomotive-innovationEVs Take 35.9% Share In The UK - Tesla Back On Top - CleanTechnica
In June 2025, plugin electric vehicles (EVs) captured a record 35.9% share of the UK auto market, up from 28.2% year-on-year. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) accounted for 24.8% of sales, growing 38%, while plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) made up 11.2%, growing 29%. Overall auto sales rose 7% to 191,316 units. Tesla led the BEV market with a 16.1% share, boosted by strong deliveries of the Model Y and Model 3, marking Tesla’s biggest monthly volume since March 2023. The growth reflects the effectiveness of the UK’s Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate introduced in 2024, as well as improvements in PHEV technology allowing longer electric-only ranges. Meanwhile, hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) share declined 11% year-on-year, petrol-only sales dropped 3.
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In May 2025, Europe's electric vehicle (EV) market experienced robust growth, with approximately 305,000 plug-in vehicles registered, marking a 34% year-over-year (YoY) increase—the fastest since August 2023. Despite Tesla's decline (-31% YoY in May), the overall EV market is rebounding, with 2025 growth accelerating to +24% YoY, totaling around 1.4 million units. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) grew by 28% YoY to 195,000 units, while plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) surged 48% YoY, their highest growth in over three years, driven by models like the BYD Seal U (Euro-spec BYD Song), Volkswagen Tiguan PHEV, and Toyota C-HR PHEV. PHEVs reached nearly 110,000 sales in May and are poised to become a new growth engine for the market, especially as Volkswagen expands its
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-marketEuropeVolkswagenbattery-electric-vehiclesplug-in-hybrids53% EV Share in China! — May 2025 Sales Report - CleanTechnica
In May 2025, electric vehicles (EVs) continued their rapid growth in China, with plug-in vehicles (including BEVs, PHEVs, and EREVs) capturing 53% of the total passenger car market. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) alone accounted for 31% of sales that month, contributing to a year-to-date share of 49% for plug-ins and 30% for BEVs. The market saw over one million plugin sales in May out of a 1.9 million total vehicle market, with year-to-date plugin sales surpassing 4.3 million units. Extended range electric vehicles (EREVs) showed the fastest growth at 52% year-over-year, while PHEVs and BEVs grew by 32% and 23%, respectively. Exports also rose significantly by 81% year-over-year to 200,000 units, though the EV share of exports (45%) lagged behind the domestic market’s 53
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-marketChina-EV-salesbattery-electric-vehiclesplug-in-hybridsautomotive-industryEV Sales In China Continued Their Upward Climb In May - CleanTechnica
In May 2024, new energy vehicle (NEV) sales in China continued their strong upward trajectory, with total NEV market share reaching 48.7 percent of all new car sales—significantly above the 2024 average of 40.9 percent and marking the highest monthly share so far this year. This growth was driven by a 43 percent year-over-year increase in battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales, totaling 834,000 units, and a 27 percent rise in plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) sales, which reached 473,000 units. Overall, the Chinese new car market sold 2.69 million vehicles in May, up 11.2 percent from the previous year. The data also highlighted that Chinese PHEVs tend to have much longer electric-only ranges compared to those commonly sold in the U.S., with some models offering over 150 miles on battery power alone. Significant price cuts—up to 34
energyelectric-vehiclesnew-energy-vehiclesbattery-electric-carsplug-in-hybridsChina-EV-marketclean-energy-transportationBrazil EV Sales Report: Local EV Production Imminent as Sales Reach a New Record in May - CleanTechnica
Brazil’s electric vehicle (EV) market reached a new milestone in May 2025, with over 14,000 EVs sold—a record high and a 63% year-on-year increase. This growth has been consistent throughout the year, surpassing previous peak sales months like December 2024. The Brazilian market is preparing for local EV production, with BYD and Great Wall Motors (GWM) set to start manufacturing the Dolphin Mini and Haval H6 models in July at their respective factories. Notably, Brazil shows a distinct preference for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) over battery electric vehicles (BEVs), with PHEV sales growing 104% in May compared to 35% for BEVs. May’s sales figures nearly balanced the two powertrains, with BEVs at 48% and PHEVs at 52%, marking a recovery for BEVs after a period of decline. BYD dominates the Brazilian EV market with a 64%
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energyelectric-vehiclesEV-salesAustraliaplug-in-hybridsBEVPHEVEVs Take 32.1% Share In The UK – Volkswagen Leads
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