Hybrid has captured almost 13.8% of the new car market this year
Demand for new cars fell 14.7% in May compared to the same month in 2019.
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) revealed that 156,737 units were registered in the UK last month.
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The figure shows an increase of nearly 675% since May 2020, when showrooms were forced to close when the initial lockdown came into effect.
Total registrations have still fallen 29.1% since the beginning of the year compared to the 2010-2019 average.
“We are pleased to announce that we are committed to providing a range of services and services to delivering the most innovative and affordable experience,” said Mike Hawes, CEO of SMMT.
“Improved business reliability is to drive recovery, which must be maintained and translated in private consumer demand as the economy emerges from pandemic support measures.
“The demand for electrified vehicles will help encourage people to showrooms, but for these technologies to surpass their fossil fuel equivalents, a long-term strategy for market transition and infrastructure investment is needed. is.”
Hybrid vehicles are making up for the ground, earning 13.8% of the new car market this year, an increase of 6.6% from the same time a year ago.
“However, for these technologies to outperform their fossil fuel equivalents, there is a need for a long-term strategy for market transition and infrastructure investment,” Hawes said.
James Fairclough, CEO of AA Cars, told The Times: With lockdown restrictions set to be further eased in late June, many future buyers may choose vehicles that can enjoy summer stays in the UK, or to family and friends across the country. I’m keen to travel to meet up. ”
“As many drivers continue to be drawn primarily to the second-hand market, it may take some time for new car sales to return to pre-pandemic levels.
The battery electric vehicle market fell from 12% in May last year to 8.4% in 2021.
