Germany remains by far the leading European producer of BEV and PHEV in 2023
- The production volume in Europe (EU + UK) of 100% electric cars (BEV) reached 752,374 units in the first half of 2023 (10% of production) compared to 484,951 units in the first half of 2022 (7% of production) which represents an increase of 55% over one year, while in the first quarter the increase did not exceed 44%. European BEV production is accelerating.
- Germany increases its lead as leader in BEV production in Europe since this country produced 420,294 units on its soil in the first half of 2023, thus doubling its production volume compared to the same period of the previous year . This country today represents 56% of electric cars produced in Europe. France is the second largest BEV producer in 2023, far behind Germany. Douai factory has not yet reached its full capacity, as the R5 and Scenic E-Tech are not yet into production. Spain will have to wait until 2025 before the launch of the small Volkswagen ID1/ID2 and their derivatives (which should beto be widely distributed).
- The production volume in Europe (EU + UK) of plug-in hybrid cars (PHEV) reached 377,681 units in the first half of 2023 (5% of production) compared to 353,479 units in the first half of 2022 (5% of production). This represents an increase of 7% over one year, while in the first quarter was recorded a decrease of 10%.
- Germany remains the leader in PHEV production in Europe, although its production dropped down compared to last year. Spain is already second, doubling its PHEV production volume compared to last year.
- In 2023, in Europe, there will be twice as many BEVs as PHEVs.