In recent years, Spain has seen a steady increase in interest in eco-friendly vehicles. According to ANFAC, at the end of 2024, 1.6% of the country’s cars on the road were electrified. Despite this positive dynamic, the figure remains far from the 40% already being discussed in some European countries, such as Norway.
Should the share of electric cars approach 40% in the future, this will lead to significant changes in infrastructure and services. First and foremost, a reduction in the number of traditional fuel stations is expected, as demand for petrol and diesel declines. Workshops specializing in internal combustion engine repairs may also close since electric vehicles require less maintenance—such as no oil or spark plug changes.
Another consequence may be a shortage of spare parts for cars with classic engines. As their numbers on the road decrease, manufacturers and suppliers are likely to reduce the range of available parts. Additionally, insurers could increase policy prices for owners of combustion engine vehicles, which would impact car owners’ expenses.
So far, these changes primarily affect countries where the switch to electric vehicles is moving faster. In Spain, despite an increase in sales, petrol and diesel-powered cars still account for a significant share of the market.
In 2024, 125,185 new electrified vehicles were registered in the country, accounting for 11.4% of total sales. This marked a slight decrease of 0.4% compared to the previous year. Of these, 65,478 were fully electric cars and 59,707 were plug-in hybrids.
In 2025, the trend intensified: in the first eight months, over 150,000 new electrified vehicles were registered. In August alone, 16,085 such cars were registered, including 7,786 fully electric vehicles and 8,299 hybrids. A new sales record is expected by the end of the year.
Thus, Spain is gradually moving towards increasing the share of environmentally friendly transport, although significant industry-wide changes are still a long way off. In the coming years, the market will evolve, impacting not only manufacturers but also service companies, insurance providers, and car owners.
