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Electric car revolution to accelerate in 2026 amid energy crisis, finds IEA

Published 08:00 on May 20, 2026 / Last updated at 17:40 on May 19, 2026 / / Americas (LATAM & Caribbean, US & Canada), Asia Pacific (Asia, Pacific), EMEA (Africa, Europe, Middle East), Net Zero Transition (Transport & Heating Fuels)

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Electric car (EV) sales will surge this year as drivers respond to spiking petrol and diesel pump prices amid the energy crisis sparked by the war against Iran, finds the International Energy Agency (IEA).  
Electric car (EV) sales will surge this year as drivers respond to spiking petrol and diesel pump prices amid the energy crisis sparked by the war against Iran, finds the International Energy Agency (IEA).  


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