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While plug-in hybrids saw a respectable increase of 53% in sales, they still lag significantly behind fully electric vehicles, which jumped by 94.4% in February alone. This discrepancy in growth rates hints at a larger trend: consumers are increasingly recognizing the benefits of fully electric cars. The reality is stark: if advancements in technology continue, electric cars may account for 80% of all car sales in China by the end of next year, with nearly 50% of those being fully electric models. The market share for internal combustion vehicles is likely to shrink dramatically, signaling a significant challenge for legacy automakers like Toyota, Ford, General Motors, and Volkswagen. These companies are at risk of losing a lucrative market that has historically driven billions in profits.