World & BusinessEurope's car sales reportedly rose in August despite petrol and diesel slump
Demand for electrified cars offset a steep decline in petrol and diesel vehicle sales, Reuters reports, citing the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association.
TLDR
Reuters, citing data from the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA), reports that Europe's car market grew in August 2026. Demand for electrified cars continued to support growth, offsetting a steep decline in petrol and diesel vehicle sales.
Europe's car sales reportedly rose in August despite petrol and diesel slump
Demand for electrified cars offset a steep decline in petrol and diesel vehicle sales, Reuters reports, citing the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association.
TLDR
Reuters, citing data from the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA), reports that Europe's car market grew in August 2026. Demand for electrified cars continued to support growth, offsetting a steep decline in petrol and diesel vehicle sales.