Charging ahead: EVs outpace growth predictions

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Electric vehicle sales are accelerating faster than analysts predicted, driven by plummeting battery costs and longer driving ranges. China dominates the market, having already shifted millions of vehicles to electric power, but Europe and other regions are closing the gap with their own adoption strategies. The price gap between EVs and gas cars continues to narrow, making the transition increasingly attainable for mainstream consumers. Automakers worldwide are expanding their EV lineups while fossil fuel demand faces mounting pressure. Charging infrastructure remains a critical bottleneck, though investment is accelerating across continents.