4 stories tagged q2-2026 on EV Digest.
Amid surging gasoline costs, American consumers turned to electric vehicles and hybrids, boosting EV sales in the second quarter of 2026. This resurgence follows a slow period and marks some of the strongest sales since the federal EV tax credit ended, indicating renewed consumer interest in fuel-efficient options.
Toyota Motor North America announced robust sales figures for June and the second quarter of 2026 in the U.S. The company saw a significant increase in electrified vehicle sales, which now account for a dominant share of its total volume. This growth highlights the increasing consumer adoption of hybrid electric and plug-in hybrid electric models in the North American market.
BMW of North America announced robust second-quarter sales for both its BMW and MINI brands in the U.S. market, with a significant portion of this growth attributed to their expanding electric vehicle lineup. The company highlighted strong consumer demand for its battery electric models.
Chinese automotive giant BYD significantly surpassed Tesla in global battery-electric vehicle deliveries for the second quarter of 2026, solidifying its lead in the BEV market. With over 557,000 units sold, BYD delivered more than 160,000 additional BEVs compared to Tesla's expected figures for the same period.
