Last year, Americans bought more than 1 million fully electric cars, trucks, and S.U.V.s—a new record. Electric vehicles grew to 8.5 percent of new auto registrations nationwide, while hybrids accounted for an additional 10 percent. This graph shows how registrations for both types have grown over the past 10 years. Why do you think these vehicles are becoming more popular?

Graph: Percentage of New U.S. Vehicle Registrations | Source: S&P Global Mobility Chong Kee Siong/Getty Images (car)
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