UK battery-electric car registrations rise 32.7% in October
New battery-electric vehicle registrations in the UK reached 48,858 in October, lifting their market share to 32%. The result marks the highest BEV share reported so far this year, according to the SMMT.
UK registrations of new battery-electric cars rose 32.7% year on year in October to 48,858 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
The SMMT said battery-electric vehicles accounted for 32% of the market in October, which it described as their highest share so far this year.
The figures indicate continued growth in UK BEV demand, with the October share setting a new annual high.
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