ACEA data distinguish 'hybrid-electric' (HEV) from 'plug-in hybrid' (PHEV) and battery-electric (BEV); the claim refers to the HEV category, which is the largest and fastest-growing conventional electrified segment.
The H1 2026 ACEA press release (hybrids at 37.3% market share, 2,198,148 units) was most likely published after the 2026-07-07 session date, so the MEP could not have known that particular release; the growth trend is nonetheless fully documented by the full-year 2025 and Q1 2026 releases available before the session.
Publication dates for the ACEA press releases are estimated from ACEA's regular release schedule (full-year data in January, quarterly data in the month after quarter-end).
PrimaryACEA (European Automobile Manufacturers' Association) — H1 2026 registrationsH1 2026's figures also showed new EU hybrid-electric car registrations rising to 2,198,148 units, supported by growth in Italy (+23%) and Spain. Hybrid-electric car registrations captured 37.3% of the market, remaining the preferred choice among consumers in the EU.