European Auto Sales Grew for the Third Consecutive Month in April

Published: May 28, 2026 18:31

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Data released by the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) showed that European auto sales climbed for the third consecutive month in April, with new car registrations up 7% YoY to 1.15 million units. Sales grew in major markets including Germany and the UK, with EV deliveries surging 38%. Driven by new subsidy policies, EV sales in Germany, Europe's largest auto market, jumped 41%.

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