EVs At 24.0% Share In France - Tesla Model Y Tops Chart - CleanTechnica

In June 2023, plugin electric vehicles (EVs) held a 24.0% market share in France’s auto sales, nearly unchanged from 24.1% a year earlier. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) accounted for 17.0% of sales, showing slight year-on-year growth, while plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) declined marginally to 7.0%. Overall auto sales volume dropped about 7% year-on-year to 169,504 units. The Tesla Model Y emerged as the best-selling BEV in France for June, with 3,235 units sold following the resolution of its eco-bonus eligibility, which had previously limited deliveries. The Renault 5, previously the top seller, fell to second place with 2,829 units, while the Renault Scenic ranked third. The broader context highlights that tightening emissions regulations are pushing the auto industry toward electrification, but many legacy automakers remain focused on short-term solutions like mild