U.S. EV electricity demand growth slows to 8% in first half of 2026

Electric vehicle electricity consumption in the U.S. grew just 8% in the first six months of 2026 compared to late 2025, a sharp deceleration from prior years' double-digit rates following the September 2025 expiration of federal tax credit

First covered Sep 30, 2026 · 7:00 AM PT · 1 article

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2h EIA Today in Energy U.S. electricity use for electric vehicles increasing at a slower pace in 2026 — We estimate light-duty electric vehicles in the United States consumed 8% more electricity during the first six months of 2026 than in the last half of 2025…

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