Tag: adoption
NFDA 2024 survey reveals high EV satisfaction among franchised dealers
The NFDA 2024 survey reveals 92% satisfaction with franchised dealers, with 46% purchasing from them.High EV prices deter 55% of respondents, with concerns also about battery life and infrastructure.Interest in EVs is highest among...
Uber and BYD are bringing 100,000 EVs to the road
BYD and Uber’s multi-year partnership plans to add 100,000 BYD EVs to Uber’s platform globally.Starting in Europe and Latin America, the expansion will include financing, charging, and maintenance options for drivers.The collaboration aims to...
EU electric vehicle registrations hit turbulence in June 2024, ACEA reports
ACEA reports: BEVs fell by 1% in June 2024, dropping market share to 14.4% due to incentives and tariffs.HEVs surged 26.4% in June, increasing market share to 29.5% amid consumer concerns over EVs.PHEVs saw...
Accelerating EV sales and developing the early mainstream with the EV SUMMIT 2024
EV SUMMIT 2024 focuses on driving EV sales into the early mainstream through overcoming adoption barriers.Despite global EV growth, challenges like infrastructure reliability and pricing concerns persist.Industry leaders advocate for enhanced incentives and collaborative...
ABB E-mobility unveils the A400 All-in-One EV charger, designed for simplicity and reliability
ABB E-mobility unveils the A400 All-in-One charger with high power density and compact design for EVs.Includes a user-friendly 32-inch interface targeting a 98% charging success rate.Features advanced asset management, silicon carbide-based power modules, and...
EV sales are exceeding expectations in China, yet faltering in the US and Europe
Battery electric vehicles in China are projected to exceed 50% of total sales by 2030, two years early.US and Europe face EV sales plateau due to affordability, infrastructure issues, and economic uncertainty, despite optimistic...
Announcing our LinkedIn “Charge Speed Stories” Campaign
We are embarking on a mission to discover the fastest charging speed in EVs with the help of our community.You can contribute by getting involved and sharing your charging speed photos via email or...
Kia launches campaign to answer every driver’s burning EV questions in person across the UK
Kia launches nationwide 'Discover EV with Kia' events from May 1st to June 30thEvents offer personalised appointments with EV experts to guide consumersComplemented by comprehensive online digital brochure, underscoring Kia's commitment to sustainable mobilityKia...
Fact checking the narrative that EVs are slowing down
Guest Editor: SFA (Oxford)Recently, there has been extensive media coverage on consumers switching away from battery electric vehicles (BEVs), in favour of their cheaper, internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts. SFA’s latest quarterly report contextualises...
31 countries cross the EV adoption tipping point, Bloomberg reports
Bloomberg report: 31 countries hit 5% EV market share tipping point.Shift to mainstream acceptance fueled by growing consumer awareness.Challenges persist in reaching higher adoption rates despite significant progress.Bloomberg reports that 31 countries have hit...
Renault Group CEO, Luca De Meo calls for European action on the automotive energy transition
Renault Group CEO, Luca de Meo, advocates for emobility in Europe's automotive industry.His open letter calls for collective action and emphasises the importance of collaboration.de Meo's vision positions EVs as key to Europe's sustainability and...
Electric vehicle market rockets towards $951.9 billion by 2030
The electric vehicle market is set to reach $951.9B by 2030, 13.7% CAGR from $388.1B in 2023.Tesla, Volkswagen, and other major automakers vie for affordability.Commercial EVs surge; collaboration, innovation, incentives, and infrastructure are crucial...
The UK’s call for EV incentives: Electric vehicle sales reliant on fleets in February 2024
February 2024: UK’s new car registrations surge to 84,886, marking a 14.0% YoY increase.Industry urges government for EV incentives in the Spring Budget for collaboration and support.Shift in the automotive landscape: Rising EV sales...
Auto Trader, FairCharge, E.ON and Charge UK join forces to urge VAT reduction on public EV charging
FairCharge urges Chancellor to cut VAT on public EV charging for fairness.38% of non-home EV chargers pay a 20% VAT, hampering adoption.Open letter by industry leaders emphasises equitable policies for government goals.This group of...