Europe Car Sales Jump on Growing Offering of Cheaper EVs (1)

European car sales rose for a third consecutive month in September, as consumers were able to choose from a greater number of affordable electrified models.

New-vehicle registrations increased 11% from a weak year-earlier performance to 1.24 million units, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association said Tuesday. Deliveries climbed in each of the region’s five biggest markets, with the UK and Germany posting gains of 14% and 13%, respectively.

Sales of fully electric vehicles and plug-hybrids jumped by a third amid robust demand for more affordable models such as Volkswagen AG’s Skoda Elroq crossover and Renault SA’s R5 compact car. ...