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Share of petrol cars in global sales falls below 50% for the first time

In the first half of 2026, the share of petrol cars in global sales dropped to 49%, marking a historic low. This decline occurred amid rising oil prices due to the crisis in the Middle East, prompting consumers to shift towards electric vehicles.

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6 October

2 October

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