Europe Sees an Influx of Affordable EV Options
Europe's electric car market is undergoing a rapid democratization, with affordable models flooding showrooms just as surging fuel costs push drivers toward alternatives. Sales of battery-electric vehicles hit 1.64 million across the EU in the first eight months of 2026, marking a 45% jump on the prior year, driven by a wave of sub-$28,000 models that are reshaping who can realistically afford to switch. For the first time ever, electric vehicles pushed past pure gas models across an entire quarter in Q2 2026, capturing 22% of sales. European buyers now have access to over 150 mass-market electric models, a selection…