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H1 2026 global electric truck sales reach record 158,000 units, up 75% YoY

Electric Truck Market 2025 to 2032: Electrification Acceleration, Fleet Economics and the Reshaping of Commercial Transport →
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Global sales of medium- and heavy-duty electric trucks hit a record 158,000 units in the first half of 2026, growing 75% year-over-year. More than 90% of global sales occurred in China, pushing electric models to roughly 20% of its total truck sales. In contrast, the US market slowed to a near standstill due to policy and cost headwinds, while Europe reached a 5.5% share.

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Recommended Actions 1

Evaluate China and European suppliers while monitoring US TCO parity

Leverage market maturity in China and falling European vehicle prices for regional fleets while assessing competitive total cost of ownership opportunities in the US.

Evidence 2
about.bnef.com

Source · about.bnef.com

ARTICLE # The Electric Trucking Market’s Record Rise: Three Things to Know ### Key Takeaways - Electric truck sales hit record 158,000 in first half of 2026 - New models and financing methods grow market beyond China (BloombergNEF) — Trucks are the new growth story in road transport electrification, with far-reaching implications for electricity and battery demand, freight costs and fleet

openpr.com

Source · openpr.com

# Heavy-Duty Electric Truck Market Set to Surge to USD 127.6 Billion by 2036 as Battery Innovation and Fleet Electrification Accelerate | Latest Report industry sources The global heavy-duty electric truck market is transitioning from an emerging vehicle category into an important part of commercial transportation. Valued at USD 16.9 billion in 2025, the market is projected to reach USD 127.6 billion by 2036,