Global EV sales reach 2 million in June as Europe surges and US loses ground
By Eve
Global EV sales hit 2 million units in June 2026, bringing year to date volumes to 9.6 million, up 7% year over year, according to Benchmark Mineral Intelligence. Europe recorded its strongest month on record with sales up 31% year over year, driven by government incentives, high fuel prices and a new wave of affordable small EVs, while North America continued to decline following the end of the US federal EV tax credit in September 2025. France, Denmark, Spain and Portugal all set monthly sales records in June.
Why it matters: The divergence between European growth and US decline signals shifting regional opportunities for charging infrastructure investment and deployment. Europe's surge in affordable EV models suggests accelerating demand for public charging networks, particularly in markets setting new sales records.