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France new car registrations up 2.94% in October, industry body says

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Posted on November 1, 2025

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(Reuters) -New car registrations in France rose 2.94% in October from a year earlier to 139,513 vehicles, data from French car body PFA showed on Saturday. Tesla sales in the country climbed 2.35% to

October Sees 2.94% Increase in New Car Registrations in France

(Reuters) -New car registrations in France rose 2.94% in October from a year earlier to 139,513 vehicles, data from French car body PFA showed on Saturday.

Tesla sales in the country climbed 2.35% to 1,782 vehicles last month. Since the start of the year, Tesla's sales have slumped by 29.76%, while the overall French market has shrunk by 5.36% over the same period.

(Reporting by Camille Raynaud; Editing by Diane Craft)

Key Takeaways

  • New car registrations in France increased by 2.94% in October.
  • A total of 139,513 vehicles were registered last month.
  • Tesla's sales in France rose by 2.35% in October.
  • Year-to-date, Tesla's sales in France have dropped by 29.76%.
  • The overall French car market has shrunk by 5.36% this year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a new car registration?
A new car registration refers to the process of officially recording a new vehicle with the relevant authorities, allowing it to be legally driven on public roads.
What is market shrinkage?
Market shrinkage occurs when the total sales volume in a market decreases, often due to factors like economic downturns or changes in consumer preferences.
What is Tesla?
Tesla is an American electric vehicle and clean energy company known for producing electric cars, battery energy storage, and solar products.

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