Chevrolet is rapidly climbing the electric vehicle ladder. In a major shake-up, Chevy has now overtaken Ford to become the second-best-selling EV brand in the U.S., just behind Tesla.
Chevrolet’s Strong Start to 2025
In the first five months of the year, Chevy sold more than 37,000 electric vehicles. Meanwhile, Ford lagged behind with an estimated 34,000 EVs sold. This shift moves Chevrolet into second place among EV brands in the country.
At the same time, General Motors (GM) — Chevrolet’s parent company — sold around 62,000 EVs across its brands. With 13 electric models currently available, GM’s wide lineup is clearly helping it gain ground.
What’s Driving Chevy’s EV Surge?
There are several reasons behind Chevy’s rise. For one, the Equinox EV and Blazer EV have been extremely popular with buyers. Thanks to these models, Chevy’s EV sales rose 14% in the first quarter, making it the fastest-growing American EV brand.
Moreover, GM’s EV sales in May hit their second-highest level ever. During April and May, its EV market share more than doubled year-over-year, reaching 15.5%. That’s nearly equal to GM’s total U.S. market share of 17%, showing strong momentum.
Positive Signals from GM Leadership
Rory Harvey, GM’s Executive Vice President and President of Global Markets, said:
“Customers are responding in record numbers to our world-class portfolio of electric and gas-powered vehicles.”
He also noted that during the early months of Q2, GM more than doubled its EV sales compared to last year, a sign that the company’s electric strategy is working.
Can Chevrolet Catch Up to Tesla?
Despite Chevy’s gains, Tesla is still far ahead. In the first quarter alone, Tesla sold an estimated 128,100 EVs in the U.S. That’s more than double GM’s five-month total.
However, there’s a twist: Tesla’s sales fell by 8.6% compared to the previous year. In contrast, GM’s numbers are rising steadily. This growing gap suggests that Chevy may not be able to pass Tesla in 2025, but it’s definitely getting closer.
Additionally, Tesla has launched a refreshed Model Y, including a Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive version, which could help it regain some lost ground. Still, with every passing month, the competition is intensifying.
The Road Ahead: A Tighter Race
Although Tesla continues to lead, Chevrolet’s performance proves that the U.S. EV market is changing. With more models, better pricing, and increasing consumer interest, Chevy is making up ground quickly.
The second half of 2025 will be crucial. If current trends continue, Tesla may no longer have a comfortable lead.
