RESEARCH & INTELLIGENCE

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A dated research desk for electric cars, charging and adoption. Updated 13 November 2026; this is a curated snapshot, not a live data feed.

HISTORICAL ESTIMATE / IEA / 20 MAY 2026

A growing market with different regional paths.

The IEA estimates more than 20 million electric car sales globally in 2025. Its definition includes battery electric and plug-in hybrid cars. Avoid comparing this combined figure with a BEV-only total.

IEA · Global EV Outlook 2026: electric car trends →

OUTLOOK / IEA / 20 MAY 2026

Forecasts need a date and a definition.

The 2026 report presents projections that depend on policy, prices and market conditions. These should be read as scenarios and forecasts, rather than completed annual sales.

IEA · Global EV Outlook 2026: executive summary →

TECHNOLOGY / COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT / 5 MARCH 2026

Charging technology is advancing.

BYD announced a new battery generation and FLASH Charging technology. Vehicle compatibility, battery conditions and site infrastructure matter when interpreting manufacturer demonstrations.

BYD · Blade Battery 2.0 and FLASH Charging →

INDUSTRY / INVESTOR UPDATE / 12 OCTOBER 2026

Adoption connects products and ownership.

Volkswagen Group’s Paris investor event covered its Electric Urban Car Family, batteries and financial services. Our interpretation: understanding affordability and charging together can improve an EV comparison.

Volkswagen Group · Paris Motor Show investor update →

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We prioritise original sources, identify company statements and distinguish them from our interpretation. Company announcements are evidence of what the company announced; they are not independent testing. Information may change after the review date.