Russian EV sales double on fuel shortages from Ukrainian refinery strikes

New EV and plug-in hybrid registrations in Russia surged to 26,543 units from June to August, more than double the 12,187 in the same period last year, per Autostat data. The spike is attributed to fuel shortages caused by intensified Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries since early June, pushing consumers toward alternatives. This marks a notable shift in Russian consumer behavior, though the long-term impact on fuel demand and refinery capacity remains uncertain.