- New electric vehicle sales in the EU increased by nearly 30% in 2025, reversing a previous decline.
- Lower-priced EV models released by automakers spurred the sales rebound after weak demand in 2024.
- The EU has eased plans to ban gasoline and diesel car sales, allowing them to continue if they meet specific standards.

A: Hey Hana! Did you hear any interesting news lately?

B: Oh, hi Kenji! Not really. What’s up?

A: So, apparently, electric car sales are up in Europe! A lot!

B: Wow, really? I thought they were struggling.

A: Yeah, they were down last year. But now, more affordable electric cars are available.

B: That makes sense! People probably weren't buying them before if they were too expensive.

A: Exactly! Sales jumped almost 30%! Like, 1.88 million cars!

B: That's huge! What about regular gas cars? Are those still selling well?

A: Not so much. Sales are down quite a bit. Hybrid cars are doing better, though.

B: That's good to know. So, I heard they were planning to ban gas cars completely, right?

A: You did! Well, they’re changing their minds a little.

B: Seriously? What does that mean?

A: Basically, they’ll still let gas and hybrid cars be sold, but they have to meet certain rules.

B: Interesting! So, things are changing quickly in the car world!