U.S. EV Sales Slow in April as Used Market Grows

U.S. EV sales slow in April as used market grows

The U.S. electric vehicle market softened in April as new EV sales declined alongside broader weakness in overall vehicle demand, according to the latest EV Market Monitor from Cox Automotive. New EV sales totalled an estimated 76,889 units in April, down 23.1 per cent year over year and 6.2 per cent from March. EVs accounted for 5.6 per cent of total new-vehicle sales during the month. Tesla remained the dominant player in the U.S. EV market wi…

Used EV Sales Surge 17% While New EV Sales Drop 23%

While new electric vehicle sales cooled in April 2026, the used EV segment delivered a clear standout performance. Fresh data reveals robust growth, record market share, and sharply tightening inventory — painting a picture of a maturing EV ecosystem where affordability and real-world ownership are taking center stage. According to the latest Cox Automotive EV Market Monitor analysis, used EV sales reached an estimated 42,080 units in April. Th…