Figures released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) show positive signs for new vehicle registration for June. 

New car registrations for June were up 63.5 % (2,441) when compared to June 2024 (1,493). Registrations year to date are up 3.5% (81,750) on the same period last year (78,979).  

In June 1,246 new electric cars were registered, which was 81.9% higher than the 685 registrations in June 2024. So far this year, 13,631 new electric cars have been registered, representing a 27% increase compared to the same period in 2024, when 10,737 electric cars were registered. 

Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) increased by 54.1% (1,054) compared to June last year (684). Year to date LCVs are down 6.7% (18,820). Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) registrations are up 3.2% (128) in comparison to June 2024 (124). Year to date, HGVs are down 9.3% (1,649). 

Imported Used Cars have seen a 10.6% (5,713) rise in June 2025, when compared to June 2024 (5,164). Year to date imports are up 8.1% (33,896) on 2024 (31,370). 

In the new car market share by engine type for 2025, Petrol cars continue as the new car market leader at 27.23%, followed by Hybrid (Petrol Electric) at 22.77%, Diesel at 17.26%, Electric at 16.67%, and Plug-in Electric Hybrid at 14.46%. 
 

Brian Cooke, SIMI Director General, commented: “June was a positive month for new car registrations, with a 64% increase compared to the same month last year. Year-to-date sales remain ahead of last year by 3.5%, with a total of 81,750 new cars registered. The most notable statistic for the half of the year has been the performance of Battery electric vehicle sales, which have shown consistent growth each month. EV registrations in June increased by 82% in comparison with June last year, with 1,246 units sold, while year to date new EV registrations reached 13,631 a 27% increase on the first half of last year. EVs represent nearly 17% of new cars sold this year. While this is clearly a positive development, it should be highlighted that EV sales are behind 2023 levels (14,307) and extension of Government supports is still vital in the establishment of the EV market. The Commercial vehicle sector experienced mixed results, with the Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) market up 54.1% in June and down 6.7% year to date. Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) registrations are up 3.2% in June and down 9.3% year to date. Overall, commercial vehicle sales continued to reflect the uncertain business environment at present. July marks the commencement of the 252 sales period, along with the debut of the new green ‘flash’ on license registration plates for zero-emission vehicles and we look forward to seeing the new EV plate on Irish roads.”

Top Selling New Car Brands 2025 were:

1.TOYOTA

2.VOLKSWAGEN

3.HYUNDAI

4.SKODA

5.KIA 

Top New Car Models 2025 were:

1. HYUNDAI TUCSON

2. TOYOTA RAV 4

3. TOYOTA YARIS CROSS

4. KIA SPORTAGE

5. SKODA OCTAVIA 

Market share by engine type 2025:

Petrol 27.23%

Hybrid (Petrol Electric) 22.77%

Diesel 17.26%

Electric 16.67%

Plug-In Electric Hybrid 14.16%