The United Kingdom’s transition to electric vehicles gained momentum in June, as battery electric vehicles (BEVs) claimed a record 24.9% share of the new car market, according to data released by New AutoMotive.
A total of 46,700 new electric cars were registered during the month, representing a 45.5% increase over the same period last year. The growth trend is consistent throughout 2025, with 223,729 electric vehicles registered in the first half of the year.
The electric van segment also recorded strong gains, with year-to-date registrations rising by 50% compared to 2024. In June alone, electric vans captured a 10.4% market share—highlighting growing adoption by UK businesses seeking lower operating costs and sustainable fleet solutions.
Fossil fuel vehicle sales, meanwhile, continued to decline. Petrol car registrations dropped by 11.4% in June year-on-year, while diesel cars accounted for just 5.6% of the market.
Ben Nelmes, CEO of New AutoMotive, described the shift as significant. “The UK’s electric car market is showing astonishing growth,” he said. “These fantastic figures are the result of hard work and billions of investment by carmakers who recognise that the future is electric, as well as consumers who increasingly recognise the benefits.”
He added, “A typical household can save £1,500 by switching to an electric car, and as more consumers discover these savings, we are seeing growing consumer demand for electric cars. The UK’s ZEV mandate is putting these savings within reach of more UK households and businesses, with another 46,000 motorists now set to benefit.”