European sales drop in May as drivers wait for cheaper EVs

Europe sales — (BLOOMBERG)

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Bloomberg

June 20, 2024 06:55 AM

Automakers in Europe sold 2.6 percent fewer vehicles in May than a year ago as buyers balked at the still-high prices of electric models.

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