Mon Sep 30 03:50:52 UTC 2024: ## Gas Car Sales Continue to Decline as EV Market Booms

Gas car sales in the United States experienced a slight decline of 1% in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. The decline is even more significant when compared to pre-pandemic levels, with sales down 14% from the second quarter of 2019. This trend highlights the growing popularity of electric vehicles, which have contributed to a relatively stable overall auto market despite the decline in gas car sales.

The overall auto market saw a modest 8% decline compared to 2019, suggesting that the rise in EV sales is offsetting the drop in gas car sales.

While gas car sales have been sluggish, the overall auto market has seen fluctuations in recent years, likely driven by factors like the COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain issues. Sales in the second quarter of 2024 were nearly identical to 2023, but significantly lower than the recovery year of 2021 and the shutdown year of 2020.

Looking at specific brands, Toyota, Ford, and Chevrolet remain the top three automakers in the US. However, Toyota experienced a significant sales increase, while Ford and Chevrolet saw slight gains and declines respectively. Honda, Hyundai, and Kia also saw positive sales growth, with Honda experiencing the most significant increase.

In terms of year-over-year growth, Honda, Chevrolet, Ford, Nissan, and Tesla were the top performers in terms of sales volume. Rivian, Mazda, Buick, Honda, and Tesla led the pack in terms of percentage growth, with Tesla and Honda seeing strong growth from already strong starting points.

However, Toyota experienced a substantial decline in sales compared to 2022, while Kia also saw a decrease.

The long-term trend indicates that Tesla has experienced significant sales growth over the past few years, demonstrating the rising popularity of electric vehicles. Overall, most car brands have seen a decline in sales compared to 2019, with notable exceptions being Hyundai, Kia, and Tesla.

This data highlights the continuing shift towards electric vehicles in the US auto market. While gas car sales continue to decline, EV sales are booming, driving overall market stability and pointing to a future where electric vehicles become the dominant force in the automotive landscape.

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