GITNUXREPORT 2026

Sustainability In The Automotive Industry Statistics

Electric vehicle sales surged globally last year, significantly reducing transportation emissions.

Sarah Mitchell

Senior Researcher specializing in consumer behavior and market trends.

First published: Feb 13, 2026

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Recycling lithium batteries recovers 95% of materials, reducing emissions by 50% in new production.

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Global EV battery recycling capacity reached 200 GWh/year in 2023, targeting 1 TWh by 2030.

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Redwood Materials recycled batteries equivalent to 1.5 GWh in 2023, recovering 95% cobalt.

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EU battery regulation mandates 70% cobalt recycling by 2030.

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Lithium-ion battery recycling rate globally was 5% in 2023, projected to 20% by 2030.

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Northvolt's Revolt plant recycles 50,000 tons of batteries annually, black mass to cathode.

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Battery second life applications stored 10 GWh globally in 2023 for grid support.

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Li-Cycle processed 10,000 tons of black mass in 2023, recovering 99% lithium.

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Global demand for recycled battery materials hit 100 kt cobalt equivalent in 2023.

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Umicore's recycling recovers 95% nickel, 99% copper from NMC batteries.

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Sodium-ion batteries require 30% less critical materials, recyclable at 90% efficiency.

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Ascend Elements produced 12,000 tons of pCAM from recycled batteries in 2023.

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Battery passports mandated in EU from 2027 track 100% material origin and recycling.

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Global LFP battery recycling focuses on phosphorus recovery, achieving 92% yield.

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ReCell Center recycled 1 GWh equivalent batteries in 2023 via hydrometallurgy.

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Cobalt-free batteries reduce recycling needs by 40% in material intensity.

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Direct recycling preserves cathode structure, cutting emissions 40% vs pyrometallurgy.

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Global recycled content in EV batteries reached 10% in 2023.

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Hydro-Québec's process recovers 99.9% lithium from spent batteries.

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Automotive industry recycled 90% of end-of-life vehicles by weight in EU 2023.

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Global steel recycling in autos saved 600 MtCO2eq in 2023.

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Aluminum recycling in vehicles uses 95% less energy than primary production.

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25 million ELVs processed globally in 2023, recovering 20 Mt metals.

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Plastics recycling rate in autos reached 30% in 2023, targeting 50% by 2030.

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Tyres recycled 1.5 billion units globally in 2023 for energy recovery.

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Ford recycled 1.9 billion pounds of materials in 2023 across operations.

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Toyota recycled 98% of ELV parts in Japan, 2.5 million vehicles processed.

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Global automotive glass recycling hit 80%, saving 1 Mt sand extraction.

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Catalyst recycling recovered 200 tons platinum group metals in 2023.

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Bio-based materials in interiors recycled at 85% compostability.

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Automotive industry circularity index improved to 45% in 2023.

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Volkswagen reused 40,000 parts from ELVs in 2023 via digital platforms.

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BMW's closed-loop steel recycling uses 50% scrap in new vehicles.

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Global supply of recycled rare earths for magnets reached 10% of demand in 2023.

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The automotive sector used 50 Mt recycled aluminum in 2023, 40% of total.

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In 2023, global electric vehicle sales reached 14 million units, accounting for 18% of total passenger car sales worldwide, a 35% increase from 2022.

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By 2030, electric vehicles are projected to comprise 35% of new car sales globally under current policy scenarios.

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In Europe, EV market share hit 23.6% in 2023, driven by Norway's 89.3% EV penetration rate.

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China's EV sales surged to 9.5 million units in 2023, representing 38% of total vehicle sales.

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The US saw EV sales grow by 50% to 1.2 million units in 2023, with Tesla holding 50% market share.

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Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) outsold plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) globally for the first time in 2023, with BEVs at 70% of EV sales.

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Ford announced plans to electrify 100% of its European passenger vehicle lineup by 2030.

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Volkswagen Group delivered 771,000 EVs in 2023, up 35% from the previous year.

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India's EV penetration reached 2% of passenger vehicles in 2023, with a target of 30% by 2030.

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Toyota's EV sales doubled to 103,000 units in 2023 as part of its multi-pathway electrification strategy.

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Global EV battery capacity reached 760 GWh in 2023, sufficient for 16.2 million EVs.

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South Korea's EV market share climbed to 10.5% in 2023, supported by government subsidies.

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BMW sold 375,000 fully electric vehicles in 2023, achieving 14.7% BEV share of total sales.

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GM plans to launch 30 new EVs by 2025, targeting carbon neutrality by 2040.

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Japan's EV sales grew 16% to 654,000 units in 2023, lagging behind hybrids.

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Rivian delivered 50,122 vehicles in 2023, exceeding expectations despite supply chain issues.

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Mercedes-Benz achieved 11% BEV sales share in 2023, on track for 50% by 2030.

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Global two-wheeler EV sales hit 10 million units in 2023, led by Asia.

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Lucid produced 8,428 vehicles in 2023, focusing on luxury EV segment.

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Polestar delivered 54,600 vehicles in 2023, a 36% increase year-over-year.

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Fisker delivered 4,993 Ocean SUVs in 2023 amid production ramp-up.

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NIO delivered 160,038 vehicles in 2023, with battery swap technology adoption rising.

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XPeng delivered 141,601 smart EVs in 2023, up 17% from 2022.

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Li Auto delivered 376,030 vehicles in 2023, focusing on extended-range EVs.

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BYD sold 3.02 million new energy vehicles in 2023, surpassing Tesla globally.

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Stellantis EV sales reached 486,000 units in 2023, +54% growth.

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Hyundai Motor Group sold 288,000 EVs in 2023, targeting 1.4 million by 2030.

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Renault Group EV sales grew 40% to 344,626 units in 2023.

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Volvo Cars delivered 113,620 fully electric cars in 2023, 18% of total sales.

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The transportation sector emitted 8.6 GtCO2 in 2023, with road vehicles responsible for 70% of that total.

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Passenger cars accounted for 45% of global transport CO2 emissions in 2023, totaling 3.9 GtCO2.

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EU new car fleet average CO2 emissions fell to 108.2 g/km in 2023, down 2.4% from 2022.

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In the US, light-duty vehicles emitted 1.1 GtCO2eq in 2022, projected similar for 2023.

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Global shipping emissions were 1 GtCO2 in 2023, but automotive tailpipe dominates passenger transport.

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China's vehicle fleet emitted 2.5 GtCO2 in 2023, with ICE vehicles contributing 90%.

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Aviation emitted 1 GtCO2 in 2023, while cars emitted over 4 GtCO2 globally.

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Heavy-duty trucks emitted 2.2 GtCO2 worldwide in 2023, 25% of transport total.

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India's transport emissions reached 350 MtCO2 in 2023, growing 5% annually.

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EVs avoided 220 MtCO2 emissions globally in 2023 compared to ICE equivalents.

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Lifecycle GHG emissions of EVs are 50-70% lower than ICE cars over 200,000 km.

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Ford's F-150 Lightning EV has 50% lower emissions than gas version over lifecycle.

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Tesla Model 3 emits 75 gCO2/km lifecycle vs 200 gCO2/km for average ICE car.

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Battery production emits 74 kgCO2/kWh, but offset within 1-2 years of driving.

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EU CO2 standards will cut car emissions by 15% from 2025-2030 baselines.

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Global methane emissions from vehicles minimal, but NOx from diesels persist at 20 Mt/year.

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Well-to-wheel emissions for BEVs in EU average 40 gCO2/km vs 170 for petrol cars.

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US corporate average fuel economy standards reduced emissions by 5.8 billion tons since 1975.

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Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles emit zero tailpipe CO2 but lifecycle 20% higher than BEVs.

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Biofuels reduced 50 MtCO2 in transport globally in 2023.

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Synthetic fuels could cut emissions 80% if produced with renewables.

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Global vehicle km traveled emitted 7 GtCO2 in 2023, up 2% from 2022.

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Two-wheelers emit 0.5 GtCO2 annually, with EVs displacing 10 Mt in Asia.

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Commercial vans in EU emit average 200 gCO2/km, targeted to 0 by 2050.

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Global automotive manufacturing water use averaged 15 m3 per vehicle in 2023.

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Tesla's Gigafactory Texas recycles 92% of wastewater on-site.

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Ford reduced Scope 3 emissions by 10% through supplier engagement in 2023.

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Volkswagen's supply chain accounts for 80% of total GHG emissions.

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Global cobalt mining for batteries emitted 1.5 MtCO2eq in 2023.

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BMW sources 100% renewable electricity for European plants since 2023.

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Toyota achieved 99% landfill diversion in North American plants 2023.

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Lithium extraction water use averages 15 ML per tonne LCE in South America.

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GM's supply chain decarbonization program engaged 1,000 suppliers in 2023.

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Global nickel supply for batteries grew 30% to 300 kt in 2023.

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Renault reduced energy use by 20% per vehicle through lean manufacturing.

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Scope 3 emissions represent 95% of auto OEM total GHG footprint.

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Stellantis plants run on 100% renewable energy in Europe by end-2023.

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Global EV supply chain requires 40 kg lithium per 100 kWh battery.

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Hyundai invested $7.4B in US battery supply chain by 2025.

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BASF's battery materials plant uses 100% green hydrogen pilot.

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Auto industry recycled 85% of copper wiring from ELVs.

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Mercedes-Benz requires suppliers to set SBTi targets by 2025.

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Global graphite demand for anodes hit 200 kt in 2023, 70% synthetic.

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Volvo Cars sources 50% recycled plastics in new XC90 interiors.

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Supply chain disruptions increased costs 5% for EVs in 2023.

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Honda aims for carbon neutral supply chain by 2050, starting pilots 2023.

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Global auto parts recycling market valued at $50B in 2023.

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Jaguar Land Rover reduced water use 30% via supplier audits.

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Rare earth mining for EV motors emits 12 kgCO2/kg neodymium.

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Auto industry palm oil use in lubricants down 20% via alternatives.

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EU CBAM will tax 20% of imported auto steel emissions from 2026.

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Global EV sales grew 35% in 2023 amid policy support.

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US IRA tax credits boosted EV sales by 40% in eligible states 2023.

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EU CO2 targets mandate 100g/km fleet average by 2025.

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China's NEV mandate requires 40% EV sales by 2030.

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Norway's EV incentives led to 89% BEV market share in 2023.

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California's ZEV mandate hits 35% by 2026, advanced to 100% 2035.

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Global investment in EV supply chain reached $500B in 2023.

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India's FAME-III scheme allocates $1.3B for EV subsidies 2024-2026.

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UK's ZEV mandate starts at 22% in 2024, 80% by 2030.

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France's EV bonus-malus system taxed high emitters $10k+ in 2023.

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Global public charging points reached 3 million in 2023, +40% growth.

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Corporate EV procurement hit 1 million units via fleet policies.

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Canada's iZEV rebate program supported 150,000 EV purchases since 2019.

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Germany's EV subsidy ended 2023, causing 20% sales drop.

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ASEAN EV roadmap targets 30% penetration by 2030 with $10B incentives.

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BloombergNEF projects $7T investment needed for net-zero auto by 2050.

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Consumer preference for EVs rose to 45% in surveys 2023.

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Used EV market grew 50% in US, prices fell 20% in 2023.

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Global BEV battery prices dropped to $139/kWh in 2023.

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Fleet electrification investments hit $100B globally in 2023.

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EU Fit for 55 package accelerates ban on new ICE sales by 2035.

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Brazil's Rota 2030 program mandates 10% EV sales by 2030.

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Insurance premiums for EVs 20% higher, impacting adoption.

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Public opinion supports EV mandates, 60% in EU polls 2023.

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Venture capital in sustainable auto startups $15B in 2023.

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Total cost of ownership for EVs 20% lower than ICE after 3 years.

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Home charger installations grew 55% to 2.5 million in Europe 2023.

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Corporate sustainability reporting mandates Scope 3 from 2024 CSRD.

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Global hydrogen roadmaps target 40 Mt production for transport by 2030.

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Key Takeaways

In 2023, global electric vehicle sales reached 14 million units, accounting for 18% of total passenger car sales worldwide, a 35% increase from 2022.
By 2030, electric vehicles are projected to comprise 35% of new car sales globally under current policy scenarios.
In Europe, EV market share hit 23.6% in 2023, driven by Norway's 89.3% EV penetration rate.
The transportation sector emitted 8.6 GtCO2 in 2023, with road vehicles responsible for 70% of that total.
Passenger cars accounted for 45% of global transport CO2 emissions in 2023, totaling 3.9 GtCO2.
EU new car fleet average CO2 emissions fell to 108.2 g/km in 2023, down 2.4% from 2022.
Recycling lithium batteries recovers 95% of materials, reducing emissions by 50% in new production.
Global EV battery recycling capacity reached 200 GWh/year in 2023, targeting 1 TWh by 2030.
Redwood Materials recycled batteries equivalent to 1.5 GWh in 2023, recovering 95% cobalt.
Global automotive manufacturing water use averaged 15 m3 per vehicle in 2023.
Tesla's Gigafactory Texas recycles 92% of wastewater on-site.
Ford reduced Scope 3 emissions by 10% through supplier engagement in 2023.
Global EV sales grew 35% in 2023 amid policy support.
US IRA tax credits boosted EV sales by 40% in eligible states 2023.
EU CO2 targets mandate 100g/km fleet average by 2025.

Electric vehicle sales surged globally last year, significantly reducing transportation emissions.

Battery Recycling and Materials

Recycling lithium batteries recovers 95% of materials, reducing emissions by 50% in new production.
Global EV battery recycling capacity reached 200 GWh/year in 2023, targeting 1 TWh by 2030.
Redwood Materials recycled batteries equivalent to 1.5 GWh in 2023, recovering 95% cobalt.
EU battery regulation mandates 70% cobalt recycling by 2030.
Lithium-ion battery recycling rate globally was 5% in 2023, projected to 20% by 2030.
Northvolt's Revolt plant recycles 50,000 tons of batteries annually, black mass to cathode.
Battery second life applications stored 10 GWh globally in 2023 for grid support.
Li-Cycle processed 10,000 tons of black mass in 2023, recovering 99% lithium.
Global demand for recycled battery materials hit 100 kt cobalt equivalent in 2023.
Umicore's recycling recovers 95% nickel, 99% copper from NMC batteries.
Sodium-ion batteries require 30% less critical materials, recyclable at 90% efficiency.
Ascend Elements produced 12,000 tons of pCAM from recycled batteries in 2023.
Battery passports mandated in EU from 2027 track 100% material origin and recycling.
Global LFP battery recycling focuses on phosphorus recovery, achieving 92% yield.
ReCell Center recycled 1 GWh equivalent batteries in 2023 via hydrometallurgy.
Cobalt-free batteries reduce recycling needs by 40% in material intensity.
Direct recycling preserves cathode structure, cutting emissions 40% vs pyrometallurgy.
Global recycled content in EV batteries reached 10% in 2023.
Hydro-Québec's process recovers 99.9% lithium from spent batteries.
Automotive industry recycled 90% of end-of-life vehicles by weight in EU 2023.
Global steel recycling in autos saved 600 MtCO2eq in 2023.
Aluminum recycling in vehicles uses 95% less energy than primary production.
25 million ELVs processed globally in 2023, recovering 20 Mt metals.
Plastics recycling rate in autos reached 30% in 2023, targeting 50% by 2030.
Tyres recycled 1.5 billion units globally in 2023 for energy recovery.
Ford recycled 1.9 billion pounds of materials in 2023 across operations.
Toyota recycled 98% of ELV parts in Japan, 2.5 million vehicles processed.
Global automotive glass recycling hit 80%, saving 1 Mt sand extraction.
Catalyst recycling recovered 200 tons platinum group metals in 2023.
Bio-based materials in interiors recycled at 85% compostability.
Automotive industry circularity index improved to 45% in 2023.
Volkswagen reused 40,000 parts from ELVs in 2023 via digital platforms.
BMW's closed-loop steel recycling uses 50% scrap in new vehicles.
Global supply of recycled rare earths for magnets reached 10% of demand in 2023.
The automotive sector used 50 Mt recycled aluminum in 2023, 40% of total.

Battery Recycling and Materials Interpretation

The promising statistics across battery and material recycling show we're finally learning to close the industrial loop, transforming yesterday's electric car into tomorrow's with remarkable efficiency, though there's still a long road ahead to make this the universal rule rather than an impressive exception.

Electric Vehicle Adoption

In 2023, global electric vehicle sales reached 14 million units, accounting for 18% of total passenger car sales worldwide, a 35% increase from 2022.
By 2030, electric vehicles are projected to comprise 35% of new car sales globally under current policy scenarios.
In Europe, EV market share hit 23.6% in 2023, driven by Norway's 89.3% EV penetration rate.
China's EV sales surged to 9.5 million units in 2023, representing 38% of total vehicle sales.
The US saw EV sales grow by 50% to 1.2 million units in 2023, with Tesla holding 50% market share.
Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) outsold plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) globally for the first time in 2023, with BEVs at 70% of EV sales.
Ford announced plans to electrify 100% of its European passenger vehicle lineup by 2030.
Volkswagen Group delivered 771,000 EVs in 2023, up 35% from the previous year.
India's EV penetration reached 2% of passenger vehicles in 2023, with a target of 30% by 2030.
Toyota's EV sales doubled to 103,000 units in 2023 as part of its multi-pathway electrification strategy.
Global EV battery capacity reached 760 GWh in 2023, sufficient for 16.2 million EVs.
South Korea's EV market share climbed to 10.5% in 2023, supported by government subsidies.
BMW sold 375,000 fully electric vehicles in 2023, achieving 14.7% BEV share of total sales.
GM plans to launch 30 new EVs by 2025, targeting carbon neutrality by 2040.
Japan's EV sales grew 16% to 654,000 units in 2023, lagging behind hybrids.
Rivian delivered 50,122 vehicles in 2023, exceeding expectations despite supply chain issues.
Mercedes-Benz achieved 11% BEV sales share in 2023, on track for 50% by 2030.
Global two-wheeler EV sales hit 10 million units in 2023, led by Asia.
Lucid produced 8,428 vehicles in 2023, focusing on luxury EV segment.
Polestar delivered 54,600 vehicles in 2023, a 36% increase year-over-year.
Fisker delivered 4,993 Ocean SUVs in 2023 amid production ramp-up.
NIO delivered 160,038 vehicles in 2023, with battery swap technology adoption rising.
XPeng delivered 141,601 smart EVs in 2023, up 17% from 2022.
Li Auto delivered 376,030 vehicles in 2023, focusing on extended-range EVs.
BYD sold 3.02 million new energy vehicles in 2023, surpassing Tesla globally.
Stellantis EV sales reached 486,000 units in 2023, +54% growth.
Hyundai Motor Group sold 288,000 EVs in 2023, targeting 1.4 million by 2030.
Renault Group EV sales grew 40% to 344,626 units in 2023.
Volvo Cars delivered 113,620 fully electric cars in 2023, 18% of total sales.

Electric Vehicle Adoption Interpretation

While the global EV revolution is roaring ahead with undeniable momentum—now hitting 18% of new car sales—it remains a sharply uneven race, with China and Europe surging like a battery at full charge while other major markets like the US and Japan are still plugging in for the long haul.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions

The transportation sector emitted 8.6 GtCO2 in 2023, with road vehicles responsible for 70% of that total.
Passenger cars accounted for 45% of global transport CO2 emissions in 2023, totaling 3.9 GtCO2.
EU new car fleet average CO2 emissions fell to 108.2 g/km in 2023, down 2.4% from 2022.
In the US, light-duty vehicles emitted 1.1 GtCO2eq in 2022, projected similar for 2023.
Global shipping emissions were 1 GtCO2 in 2023, but automotive tailpipe dominates passenger transport.
China's vehicle fleet emitted 2.5 GtCO2 in 2023, with ICE vehicles contributing 90%.
Aviation emitted 1 GtCO2 in 2023, while cars emitted over 4 GtCO2 globally.
Heavy-duty trucks emitted 2.2 GtCO2 worldwide in 2023, 25% of transport total.
India's transport emissions reached 350 MtCO2 in 2023, growing 5% annually.
EVs avoided 220 MtCO2 emissions globally in 2023 compared to ICE equivalents.
Lifecycle GHG emissions of EVs are 50-70% lower than ICE cars over 200,000 km.
Ford's F-150 Lightning EV has 50% lower emissions than gas version over lifecycle.
Tesla Model 3 emits 75 gCO2/km lifecycle vs 200 gCO2/km for average ICE car.
Battery production emits 74 kgCO2/kWh, but offset within 1-2 years of driving.
EU CO2 standards will cut car emissions by 15% from 2025-2030 baselines.
Global methane emissions from vehicles minimal, but NOx from diesels persist at 20 Mt/year.
Well-to-wheel emissions for BEVs in EU average 40 gCO2/km vs 170 for petrol cars.
US corporate average fuel economy standards reduced emissions by 5.8 billion tons since 1975.
Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles emit zero tailpipe CO2 but lifecycle 20% higher than BEVs.
Biofuels reduced 50 MtCO2 in transport globally in 2023.
Synthetic fuels could cut emissions 80% if produced with renewables.
Global vehicle km traveled emitted 7 GtCO2 in 2023, up 2% from 2022.
Two-wheelers emit 0.5 GtCO2 annually, with EVs displacing 10 Mt in Asia.
Commercial vans in EU emit average 200 gCO2/km, targeted to 0 by 2050.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions Interpretation

If cars were passengers on a flight to climate disaster, they'd not only fill the entire plane but also be burning most of the fuel.

Manufacturing and Supply Chain

Global automotive manufacturing water use averaged 15 m3 per vehicle in 2023.
Tesla's Gigafactory Texas recycles 92% of wastewater on-site.
Ford reduced Scope 3 emissions by 10% through supplier engagement in 2023.
Volkswagen's supply chain accounts for 80% of total GHG emissions.
Global cobalt mining for batteries emitted 1.5 MtCO2eq in 2023.
BMW sources 100% renewable electricity for European plants since 2023.
Toyota achieved 99% landfill diversion in North American plants 2023.
Lithium extraction water use averages 15 ML per tonne LCE in South America.
GM's supply chain decarbonization program engaged 1,000 suppliers in 2023.
Global nickel supply for batteries grew 30% to 300 kt in 2023.
Renault reduced energy use by 20% per vehicle through lean manufacturing.
Scope 3 emissions represent 95% of auto OEM total GHG footprint.
Stellantis plants run on 100% renewable energy in Europe by end-2023.
Global EV supply chain requires 40 kg lithium per 100 kWh battery.
Hyundai invested $7.4B in US battery supply chain by 2025.
BASF's battery materials plant uses 100% green hydrogen pilot.
Auto industry recycled 85% of copper wiring from ELVs.
Mercedes-Benz requires suppliers to set SBTi targets by 2025.
Global graphite demand for anodes hit 200 kt in 2023, 70% synthetic.
Volvo Cars sources 50% recycled plastics in new XC90 interiors.
Supply chain disruptions increased costs 5% for EVs in 2023.
Honda aims for carbon neutral supply chain by 2050, starting pilots 2023.
Global auto parts recycling market valued at $50B in 2023.
Jaguar Land Rover reduced water use 30% via supplier audits.
Rare earth mining for EV motors emits 12 kgCO2/kg neodymium.
Auto industry palm oil use in lubricants down 20% via alternatives.
EU CBAM will tax 20% of imported auto steel emissions from 2026.

Manufacturing and Supply Chain Interpretation

While the industry is admirably squeezing waste and emissions from its own factories, these efforts are dwarfed by the daunting truth that the real environmental monster lives upstream in a voracious, sprawling, and still largely dirty supply chain.

Policies and Market Trends

Global EV sales grew 35% in 2023 amid policy support.
US IRA tax credits boosted EV sales by 40% in eligible states 2023.
EU CO2 targets mandate 100g/km fleet average by 2025.
China's NEV mandate requires 40% EV sales by 2030.
Norway's EV incentives led to 89% BEV market share in 2023.
California's ZEV mandate hits 35% by 2026, advanced to 100% 2035.
Global investment in EV supply chain reached $500B in 2023.
India's FAME-III scheme allocates $1.3B for EV subsidies 2024-2026.
UK's ZEV mandate starts at 22% in 2024, 80% by 2030.
France's EV bonus-malus system taxed high emitters $10k+ in 2023.
Global public charging points reached 3 million in 2023, +40% growth.
Corporate EV procurement hit 1 million units via fleet policies.
Canada's iZEV rebate program supported 150,000 EV purchases since 2019.
Germany's EV subsidy ended 2023, causing 20% sales drop.
ASEAN EV roadmap targets 30% penetration by 2030 with $10B incentives.
BloombergNEF projects $7T investment needed for net-zero auto by 2050.
Consumer preference for EVs rose to 45% in surveys 2023.
Used EV market grew 50% in US, prices fell 20% in 2023.
Global BEV battery prices dropped to $139/kWh in 2023.
Fleet electrification investments hit $100B globally in 2023.
EU Fit for 55 package accelerates ban on new ICE sales by 2035.
Brazil's Rota 2030 program mandates 10% EV sales by 2030.
Insurance premiums for EVs 20% higher, impacting adoption.
Public opinion supports EV mandates, 60% in EU polls 2023.
Venture capital in sustainable auto startups $15B in 2023.
Total cost of ownership for EVs 20% lower than ICE after 3 years.
Home charger installations grew 55% to 2.5 million in Europe 2023.
Corporate sustainability reporting mandates Scope 3 from 2024 CSRD.
Global hydrogen roadmaps target 40 Mt production for transport by 2030.

Policies and Market Trends Interpretation

From Beijing's mandates to Berlin's subsidies, the world is putting the pedal to the metal on electric vehicles, proving that when policy and profit align, the market can shift gears at a breathtaking pace.