According to a report by the European Alternative Fuels Observatory, the sales of electric cars in the European Union reached a new record in 2022, with 2.2 million electric vehicles sold. This represents an 81% increase compared to the previous year, and is a clear indication of the growing popularity of electric cars in Europe.
Malta is one of the European countries that is making strides towards adopting electric vehicles, with the government setting a target of phasing out petrol and diesel cars by 2030. While Malta’s market share of electric vehicles is currently low, the government’s commitment to the transition towards cleaner energy sources is a positive step towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
The report also reveals that Norway remains the country with the highest adoption of electric vehicles, with a market share of 82%. However, other European countries are quickly catching up, with Sweden and the Netherlands both surpassing a 30% market share. The United Kingdom and Germany also saw significant growth, with electric vehicle sales increasing by 81% and 74%, respectively.
The increasing adoption of electric vehicles in Europe is part of a global trend towards cleaner energy sources, with many countries setting targets to phase out petrol and diesel cars. This move towards sustainable transportation is crucial in combating climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
In conclusion, the record-breaking sales of electric cars in the European Union in 2022 are a positive step towards a sustainable future. With more and more countries adopting electric vehicles, we can expect to see continued growth in this sector in the years to come.
Reference: European Alternative Fuels Observatory. (2023, February 20). Sales of electric cars in the EU broke records in 2022 – which country in Europe is leading? Euronews Next. https://www.euronews.com/next/2023/02/20/sales-of-electric-cars-in-the-eu-broke-records-in-2022-which-country-in-europe-is-leading
