The European car market recorded a growth of 5.9% in July, the largest increase in the last 15 months, due to demand for electric and hybrid vehicles.

Plug-in hybrids saw a 52% increase, while sales of fully electric vehicles rose by over a third. This development comes after a sharp decline in June and offers hope for the auto industry, which is facing challenges due to tariffs imposed by the U.S. and competition from Chinese brands. The European Union continues to push for a reduction in import tariffs, while European manufacturers adapt to new environmental regulations.