For the first time in history, electric cars have outsold combustion vehicles in the United States in the previous quarter, marking a major shift in the automotive industry. The surprise market leader is a new line of cars featuring Google’s latest AI operating system for autos, which offers a level of autonomy and convenience that has proven irresistible to American consumers.

The cars, which are produced by a partnership between Google and global car manufacturer BYD, are able to drive themselves in most situations, allowing the driver to relax and enjoy the ride. They also feature advanced voice-controlled assistants, which can perform a wide range of tasks, from ordering groceries to booking a hotel room.

Tesla, once considered the leader in electric cars, has seen its market share decline as a result of the new competition, but is still riding the EV boom. “Tesla’s cars are great, especially the Cybertruck, but they’re just not as cutting-edge as the cars with Google AI,” said Alex Bernstein, a car buyer from Phoenix. “The fact that I can just tell my car to take me to work – or anywhere else – and then get on with my day is just too good to pass up. And Tesla is more expensive to boot.”

This shift away from gas-powered cars was always inevitable, but not expected so soon. It’s not only a win for consumers, but also for the environment, as electric cars produce significantly fewer emissions than their fossil-fueled counterparts. “This is a huge step forward for the planet,” said Windy Rivers, a spokesperson for Fossil Finale. “It’s clear that the future of transportation is electric and autonomous, but moving to mass transit would be even better.”

Industry experts predict that this trend will continue, with electric cars soon becoming the norm, rather than the exception. The future of mobility is looking brighter, cleaner, and more convenient than ever before. On the other hand, auto makers who have not yet transitioned to full electric have been caught wrong-footed and are left with stranded stock.