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US electric vehicle sales stabilize as hybrid demand rises, NPR reports

NPR reports that electric vehicle sales have plateaued between 5% and 6% of new market share following the end of federal tax incentives.

Updated Sep 30, 2026 · 10:19 UTC1 reports

The short version

  • New electric vehicle sales in the U.S. have stabilized at 5% to 6% of total new car sales throughout 2026 after dropping from an 11.4% peak in September 2025.[NPR]
  • Hybrid vehicle sales increased nearly 27% over the past year, with brands like Hyundai and Kia posting significant year-over-year growth.[NPR]
  • More than 300,000 leased electric vehicles are expected to re-enter the market in the coming year, expanding affordable used EV options.[NPR]

Key facts

  • New electric vehicle sales accounted for 5% to 6% of new car sales in 2026 after reaching 11.4% in September 2025.[NPR]
  • Hybrid sales grew by nearly 27% over the past year according to Edmunds data.[NPR]
  • Over 300,000 leased electric vehicles are set to hit the market in the upcoming year.[NPR]

What remains uncertain

  • The long-term pace of consumer transition to electric vehicles remains subject to shifting automaker timelines and market adjustments.[NPR]

Sources

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