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UK Used Car Market Rebounds, Electrified Sales Surge

8/12/2025

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The UK's used car market has surged back to life, hitting pre-pandemic sales levels for the first time since 2019. In Q2 2025, nearly 2 million transactions marked a 1.7% increase. Electrified vehicles are on the rise, comprising 10% of sales, with battery-electric vehicles soaring by 40%. Future growth hinges on a strong new car market and better charging options.

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Story summary

The UK's used car market has surged back to life, hitting pre-pandemic sales levels for the first time since 2019. In Q2 2025, nearly 2 million transactions marked a 1.7% increase. Electrified vehicles are on the rise, comprising 10% of sales, with battery-electric vehicles soaring by 40%. Future growth hinges on a strong new car market and better charging options.