The global electric vehicle (EV) market has witnessed an unprecedented surge, fueled by escalating fuel prices stemming from the Middle East crisis. During March and April of this year, a remarkable milestone was achieved as 37 countries set new monthly sales records for EVs. Notably, EVs constituted more than 10% of new vehicle sales in 38 countries during this period. In the wake of soaring international crude oil prices, consumers have increasingly turned to EVs, lured by their significantly lower operating costs. This trend marks a pivotal shift in EV adoption, transitioning from being primarily driven by regulations and subsidies to now being propelled by genuine market demand. Among the 150 countries for which data is available, a staggering 91% reported growth in EV sales during March and April. The last time such a high percentage of countries experienced sales growth was in April 2023.