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UK car sales hit post-Covid high as Chinese EV makers gain ground

Published Thursday, June 4, 2026

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UK car registrations in May reached their highest level since before the Covid pandemic, with a 7% increase to 160,662 units. This growth is partly fueled by strong consumer demand and grants for electric vehicles, indicating positive momentum in EV adoption.

What We Know — Key Points

  • British car registrations in May rose 7% to 160,662, reaching the strongest level for the month since before the Covid pandemic.
  • The positive momentum in electric vehicle adoption is driven by consumer demand and grants.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

  • The GuardianLeft-leaning

    The Guardian emphasizes the positive momentum in electric vehicle adoption driven by consumer demand and grants, while critically noting the automotive industry's lobbying efforts to weaken crucial zero-emission vehicle targets.

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