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- A report on full-year auto sales in the US compared to previous years
- Overall auto sales grew by 3% in 2024 compared to 2023
- Fossil fuel vehicle sales were slightly up compared to previous years, while electric vehicle sales increased significantly
- Tesla saw massive growth in US sales over the past five years
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In a recent report on full-year auto sales in the US, CleanTechnica analyzed the trends in pure electric vehicle (EV) sales versus fossil fuel vehicle (FFV) sales for the pre-COVID year of 2019. Overall auto sales in 2024 grew by 3% compared to the previous year, with FFV sales seeing a slight increase as well. However, EV sales showed a significant increase over the five-year period, with a 478% growth from 2019 to 2024. This highlights a decline in FFV sales by 12% and a surge in EV sales during this time frame.
Looking at the breakdown of sales by auto brand in 2024, traditional automakers like Toyota, Ford, and Chevrolet still dominate the market, with Tesla trailing behind in 9th place. Other EV brands such as Rivian, Lucid, Polestar, Brightdrop, and Fiat are lower in the ranking. Despite losing sales volume compared to 2023, Tesla has shown significant growth over the past five years, demonstrating the company’s impact on the EV market.
In 2024, some EV brands saw impressive growth, with Brightdrop leading at 208% followed by Fiat at 153% and Lucid at 53%. Rivian also showed growth, albeit more modest at 3%. On the other hand, Polestar experienced the biggest percentage drop in sales at 30%. Overall, the EV market continues to expand, with various brands showcasing both growth and decline in sales.
Comparing sales data from 2019 to 2024, Tesla stands out with a remarkable 235% growth, representing a substantial increase in US sales over the past five years. Despite challenges and fluctuations in sales compared to the previous year, Tesla remains a key player in the EV market. The data also provides insights into other brands’ performance and their annual sales changes over the five-year period.
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