Global NEV Sales Slip 2% in Q1 as Chinese Brands Grab 56% PHEV Market
Global NEV sales in Q1 2026 reached 3.94 million units, with Chinese brands dominating the BEV and PHEV markets amid rising competition.
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Global NEV sales in Q1 2026 reached 3.94 million units, with Chinese brands dominating the BEV and PHEV markets amid rising competition.
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