However, diesel still is the top choice.
Over one in six of new cars registered in the midlands this year have electric or hybrid engines.
Latest figures from the Central Statistics Office show 2,266 vehicles have been bought throughout the region.
The largest volume is in Westmeath with 819, while 732 were purchased in Offaly and 715 in Laois.
Diesel is still the most popular engine type, making up 56% of new registrations.
Plans Lodged For Offaly Padel Courts
The courts are planned for Edenderry.
"Full Of Life At Christmas" - Ashling Murphy's Family Reflect At Christmas
Her father Ray Murphy is remembering her love of music as Christmas approaches.
Westmeath Security Expert Weighs In On US Eying Up Greenland
Mullingar's Declan Power says Trump eying up Greenland doesn't add up.
Ryanair CEO Blasts Taoiseach For Passenger Cap
Mullingar's Michael O'Leary says Micheál Martin needs to explain why no progress has been made.
Midlands Motorists Caught Speeding On National Slowdown Day
The Garda operation runs until midnight tonight.
Laois Hospital Set To Get €16m Extension
Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise is also getting 48 extra beds.
Westmeath Residential Re-Development Gets Green Light
Westmeath County Councill is approving new residential units at Millmount House.
Gardai Issue Fresh Appeal For Offaly Arson Attack
Gardai say they're "determined" to bring those responsible before the courts.
Westmeath County Council Toasts Road Safety Competition Winners
The Road Safety Poster Competition is designed to support the principles of Vision Zero.
Midlands Animal Welfare Charities In Line For €175k
The charities are based in Laois, Offaly and Westmeath.
No White Christmas For The Midlands This Year
Forecasts show better weather than a typical Christmas.
ESB Requires Massive Step Change To Meet Connection Obligations
300,000 homes will need to be connected in the next half decade.
Concerns Raised Over National Lottery’s Handling Of Gambling Risks
The research also found that the age-verification system can be easily bypassed using falsified identification.
Over €73k Awarded To Midlands Schools For Sustainability Projects
Laois schools will receive the highest amount of funding.
Appeal Lodged Over Slieve Blooms Quarry Expansion
Anna and Michael Carroll say they are among six households living close to the site.
Westmeath Community Group Spreads Christmas Cheer To Families In Need
The Connaught Street Markets group is helping families this festive season.
Offaly Bike Shop Owner Calls For Tougher Penalties For Phone Use While Driving
Current phones users while driving receive a fine of €120.
Department Of Education Faces Almost 2,000 Teacher Vacancies
Almost 1,300 of those vacancies are in primary schools.
Midlands MEP Slams EU Commission President Over Mercosur Trade Deal Push
The signing is delayed until 2026.
Revenue Seize Over €455k In Contraband In The Midlands
282 weapons were also seized.
