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J.D. Power: First-time owners find switching to EVs highly satisfactory

Green Car Congress

First-time owners who have made the switch to battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are discovering that it is a positive experience. We know from our research that many consumers have concerns during the purchase consideration process with aspects like battery range and vehicle charging.

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ICCT study finds state EV incentives playing a significant role in driving sales

Green Car Congress

A study by a team from the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) shows that state electric vehicle incentives are playing a significant early role in reducing the effective cost of ownership and driving electric vehicle sales. Source: ICCT. Click to enlarge. —Jin et al.

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The Future of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles

Clean Fleet Report

On a broader level, recent supply chain statistics state that 48% of companies are under increasing pressure to improve sustainability in the supply chain—a trend that can potentially boost all eco-friendly technologies. This cost barrier often translates into higher retail prices for FCEVs, potentially deterring average consumers.

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UK Electric Car number cross 500,000 mark

EV Info

More than half a million battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are on UK roads, statistics have revealed. Hybrids and plug in hybrids, while electric are not 100% battery powered. This has been blamed on supply shortages, and Government grants worth up to £1,500 for purchases of new plug-in cars being scrapped in June.

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The US Needs 20 Times More EV Charging Stations by 2030… Or Else

Blink Charging

According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics , electric vehicle sales, including plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) and battery electric vehicles (BEV), increased from just over 17,000 in 2011 to 632,883 in 2021. million public chargers, the less ready drivers will be to purchase an EV. In fact, BEVs accounted for 3.2%

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Top Factors Affecting EV Adoption

EV Connect

But as better battery algorithms and new cooling technologies enter the market, expect charging times to come down (and “range anxiety” levels among drivers to drop accordingly). Cost (and Cost Comparison) A recent study showed 67% of would-be purchasers claim cost is a primary concern.

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The Global Outlook of Electric Vehicles

Blink Charging

Perhaps nothing illustrates the rise of electric vehicles over the past decade more than this statistic: In 2012, the total number of electric vehicles (EVs) sold in the entire world was 120,000. However, there are still challenges ahead, most notably with procuring the raw materials needed for battery production.