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Europe's electric car revolution just hit a major milestone: 1.64 million EVs sold in eight months, with affordable models under €25,000 leading the charge. For the first time ever, electric cars outsold gas-only vehicles for an entire quarter.
European drivers are finally getting the affordable electric cars they've been waiting for, with sales of models under €25,000 jumping sevenfold in 2026. The surge is making clean transportation accessible to millions while protecting families from volatile oil prices.
Hyundai's new IONIQ 3 electric hatchback has attracted more pre-launch interest than any vehicle in the company's UK history, starting at just $25,000 with up to 308 miles of range. The affordable EV undercuts competitors while offering features previously found only in premium models.
While million-dollar hypercars dominated Monterey Car Week, one UK builder proved driving joy doesn't require a fortune. Robert Ely's hand-built Gasolini AR1 costs under $7,000 and gets 41 mpg.
American consumers could soon pressure the government to allow Chinese electric vehicles into the US market, driven by demand for affordable, high-quality options already popular in neighboring countries. Even Ford's CEO predicts Chinese EVs could arrive within five to ten years.
Electric vehicles just became the most affordable option in Britain, with two EVs now cheaper than any gas-powered car. The shift marks a turning point where going green costs less upfront and saves money long-term.
New vehicles under $30,000 are making a comeback just when families need them most. The redesigned 2027 Chevy Bolt leads the charge as America's cheapest electric vehicle at $28,995.
A new electric pickup launches at half the price of the average American car, proving affordable EVs are possible. Slate Auto's bare-bones approach could finally bring electric vehicles within reach for everyday buyers.
Mitsubishi's Eclipse Sportback brings another budget-friendly electric option to American drivers this fall. The compact crossover joins a growing lineup of EVs priced to compete with gas-powered cars.
Honda's new Super-One electric hot hatch is flying off the lot in Japan with over 7,000 preorders in just one month, proving affordable EVs can be fun and practical. At $21,000, it's making electric performance accessible to everyday drivers.
The beloved French "people's car" is making a comeback after 35 years, this time as an affordable electric vehicle priced under $18,000. Citroën's revival of the iconic 2CV could finally make electric mobility accessible to everyday drivers.
After years of killing off affordable small cars, automaker Stellantis just announced it will launch electric city cars starting around $17,500 in Europe by 2028. The move could help lower-income families go electric while creating hundreds of manufacturing jobs in Italy.