Sales of electric cars in Germany are stagnating, according to figures released by the Federal Motor Transport Authority in Flensburg on Wednesday. Around 29,700 battery-powered cars were newly registered in May, almost 31% fewer than a year ago, when there were still subsidies from the state and manufacturers for purchases. “Demand for electric cars remains weak – despite price reductions across the board and new models,” said the management consultancy EY. Their observations suggest private individuals and companies are generally holding back on major purchases in view of the weakening Germa…