Sweden's electric car scene is exploding! Almost 57% of new cars sold in April were electric! But hold on, there's a twist

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It's not all sunshine and rainbows. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs), the cleanest option, are actually down 2% from last year.

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Some car companies (looking at you Stellantis) are charging crazy high prices for BEVs, making them less attractive.

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Some companies seem more interested in selling gas guzzlers than going fully electric. Not cool, Stellantis, Renault, and Nissan!

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Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are on the rise (up 26%), but here's the catch: they can run on both electricity and gas.

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While this might seem convenient, it can also mean people prioritize gas, negating the environmental benefits.

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Free charging anyone? Sweden is considering exempting charging from taxes. Combine that with good policies promoting electric cars, and we're talking serious progress

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