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Tesla sales in Portugal more than quadruple in May

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Posted on June 1, 2026

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· Last updated: June 1, 2026

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Tesla Car Sales in Portugal Quadruple, Outpacing Market Growth in May 2024

Surge in Tesla and Electric Vehicle Sales in Portugal

Record-Breaking Growth for Tesla in May 2024

June 1 (Reuters) - Tesla's new car registrations in Portugal soared nearly 350% in May from a year ago to 1,463 units, while overall sales of fully-electric car light passenger vehicles rose 56.1% to 6,988, the country's automobile industry association ACAP said on Monday.

Year-to-Date Performance Comparison

In the January-May period, Tesla sales rose 58.4% to 4,392 vehicles, outpacing a 33% increase in all electric car sales, it said.

Source and Reporting

(Reporting by Joao Manuel Mauricio in Gdansk, editing by Andrei Khalip )

Key Takeaways

  • Tesla’s May registrations in Portugal soared ~350% to 1,463 units, vastly outperforming the market’s average EV growth.
  • Overall fully‑electric passenger vehicle registrations in Portugal increased 56.1% in May to 6,988 units, reflecting broader electrification momentum.
  • Through May, Tesla’s year‑to‑date growth of 58.4% significantly exceeded the 33% increase in total electric vehicle registrations, underscoring Tesla’s strong performance within a rapidly expanding EV market

Frequently Asked Questions

How much did Tesla's new car registrations increase in Portugal in May 2024?
Tesla's new car registrations in Portugal increased by nearly 350% in May 2024 to 1,463 units.
What was the overall rise in fully-electric car sales in Portugal during May 2024?
Overall sales of fully-electric light passenger vehicle cars in Portugal rose 56.1% in May 2024 to 6,988 units.
How did Tesla's sales growth compare to the overall electric car market from January to May 2024?
Tesla sales rose 58.4% to 4,392 vehicles, outpacing the 33% increase in all electric car sales in the same period.
Who provided the car registration and sales data for this report?
The data was provided by Portugal's automobile industry association ACAP.
Who reported and edited the article on Tesla sales in Portugal?
The article was reported by Joao Manuel Mauricio in Gdansk and edited by Andrei Khalip.

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