HERE’S HOW WELL NORTH AMERICA’S EV SALES SOLD IN 2024

EV Channels Review

This episode of the Out-of-Spec Podcast provides a comprehensive overview of North American EV sales for 2024, highlighting key trends and brand performances. The host notes that while 1.3 million EVs were sold, this figure includes hybrids and plug-in hybrids. Kia saw significant growth, driven by the EV9, which became their best-seller. Hyundai's Ioniq 5 also performed strongly, outselling the closely related EV6, though the EV6 is expected to gain traction with its upcoming redesign and native NACS port. The Ford Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning showed robust sales increases. Conversely, the Volkswagen ID.4 experienced a substantial sales decrease, attributed to its uncompetitive offerings. General Motors reported strong sales across its diverse EV lineup, including the Blazer EV and Silverado EV, though the Bolt EV is phasing out. Tesla, despite remaining the top seller, saw a dip in North American sales compared to the previous year. The review concludes that while 2024 was a good year for EV adoption in North America, the region still lags behind global leaders like China and Norway, with significant growth anticipated in 2025 and 2026.