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Gasoline cars fall below 50% of global sales for the first time

In the first half of 2026, the share of gasoline cars in global sales dropped to 49%. This marks the first time in history that this figure has fallen below 50%, as it was 73% in 2021. Rising oil prices due to the crisis in the Middle East are driving consumers to switch to electric vehicles.

In brief

  • The share of gasoline cars fell to 49% in 2026.
  • In 2021, the share of gasoline cars was 73%.
  • Rising oil prices accelerate the shift to electric vehicles.
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    Бензинові авто вперше опустилися нижче 50% світових продажів. У першому півріччі 2026 року частка суто бензинових авто впала до 49% проти 7…

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    Бензинові авто вперше опустилися нижче 50% світових продажів. У першому півріччі 2026 року частка суто бензинових авто впала до 49% проти 7…

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