The French automotive market is doing well

While awaiting the impact of the new bonus rules, the French new car market continued its growth in September.

Although many industry professionals continue to point out a lack of momentum in order placements, the catch-up effect compared to the 2021 activity level saves the day.

According to data provided by AAA DATA, the expert in augmented data, registrations of new passenger cars rose in September to 156,303 units, compared to 141,137 units in the same period in 2022.

The electrified segment drives the market

In terms of energy mix, hybrid vehicles (35% market share, including 10% for plug-in hybrids) confirm their breakthrough observed over several months, with a 32% sales increase, totaling 54,169 registrations (including 15,676 for plug-in hybrids, +35%). Reault continues to dominate the French hybrid market ahead of Toyota and Hyundai.

The new conditions for granting ecological bonuses have of course not yet had an impact on sales. 100% electric vehicles account for 19% of the market, with a total of 30,172 registrations, representing a 34% growth that is expected to accelerate.

Regarding traditional engines, gasoline vehicles stagnate with a 1% increase in registrations, reaching 52,946 units, while diesel continues to decline sharply with a record -35%, totaling 13,268 registrations.

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