Sustainable mobility: hybrid, the new star of new cars

Published on June 29, 2025 at 10:30 a.m.

Mercedes offers around fifteen models combining diesel engines and rechargeable batteries. MERCEDES-BENZ

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The automotive industry has never been so disrupted. The energy transition, which varies at varying speeds depending on the continent, has given rise to hybrid technologies that now represent a significant offering. Here's our guide to help you navigate the market.

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The European car market is undergoing a major transformation, driven by the rise of electrified engines. 100% electric remains a goal for European legislators, but in a world where the customer always decides what type of car they want to drive, the battery-powered car model is only progressing in stages. However, the price and performance (range, charging time, etc.) of zero-emission vehicles do not correspond to all needs or all budgets. While waiting for the arrival of new generations of electric cars, which will have to go further, such as charging faster and costing less, transition technologies have been implemented. Hybrid vehicles, whether rechargeable (PHEV, for plug-in hybrid electric vehicle ) or not, which already represented more than 40% of registrations in 2024, will continue to grow.

According to the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA), electric car sales increased by nearly 24% in Europe in the first quarter of 2025, compared to the same period the previous year. This increase is mainly due to the arrival of more affordable models, such as the Citroën ë-C3 and the Hyundai Inster, which appeal to a wider audience. In France, the market share of electric vehicles (EVs) is estimated at...

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