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Tesla new car sales in Italy up 32% year-on-year in March

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Posted on April 1, 2026

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MILAN, April 1 (Reuters) - Tesla's new car registrations in Italy rose 32% year-on-year in March, data from the Italian transport ministry showed on Tuesday. The U.S. electric vehicles maker sold

Tesla Car Sales in Italy Rise 32% Year-on-Year in March, Ministry Data Shows

Overview of Tesla's Performance in the Italian Market

March Car Registration Statistics

MILAN, April 1 (Reuters) - Tesla's new car registrations in Italy rose 32% year-on-year in March, data from the Italian transport ministry showed on Tuesday.

Market Share in March

The U.S. electric vehicles maker sold 2,920 cars in Italy last month, accounting for a market share of around 1.6%.

Year-to-Date Performance

First Quarter Growth

In the first three months of this year, Tesla registrations were up 27% compared to the same period of 2025, to 4,419 new vehicles, corresponding to a market share of 0.9%.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Giulio Piovaccari, editing by Alvise Armellini)

Key Takeaways

  • March 2026 saw robust growth: +32% YoY with 2,920 Tesla cars registered, capturing ~1.6% of Italian market
  • Q1 2026 performance improved: 4,419 vehicles sold, up 27% versus Q1 2025, though still modest 0.9% share
  • Tesla’s rebound follows February slump (‑6.9% YoY; 786 units; 0.5% share) and January spike (+75% YoY; 713 units; 0.5% share), reflecting volatile monthly trends in a competitive EV market

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much did Tesla's car sales increase in Italy in March?
Tesla's new car registrations in Italy rose by 32% year-on-year in March.
How many Tesla cars were registered in Italy in March?
2,920 Tesla vehicles were registered in Italy in March.
What is Tesla's market share in Italy for March?
Tesla had a market share of around 1.6% in Italy in March.
How did Tesla's sales perform in the first quarter of the year?
Tesla registrations in Italy increased by 27% in the first three months of the year compared to the same period last year.
What is Tesla's market share in Italy in the first quarter?
Tesla's market share in Italy in the first quarter was 0.9%.

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