New data from the Central Statistics Office reveals a 25% drop in the number of electric cars licensed for the first time in the first 11 months of 2024 compared to the previous year. In contrast, licensing for petrol and electric hybrid vehicles surged by 32%. Overall, total new car licenses decreased by 12% in November, with used car registrations rising by 25%. Toyota maintains its position as the most popular new car brand, with the Tesla Model 3 leading electric car sales.