Tesla is still the king, accounting for about 50% of the US EV market, but a handful of brands are finally gaining traction with new models now on sale.
Top 10 best-selling EVs through the first half of 2026
Americans are turning to electric vehicles in search of relief from higher gas prices. According to Kelley Blue Book, 247,226 EVs were sold in the US in Q2, up 14.7% from the first quarter.
While EV sales are still recovering after the $7,500 federal tax credit expired last September, the market is stabilizing as new models roll out.
In the first half of 2026, over 463,000 EVs were sold in the US. Despite sales dropping about 10% from last year, Tesla remained the clear leader by a wide margin, accounting for 50.5% of the market.
