HolonIQHolonIQ

Consumers' powertrain preferences for their next vehicle (October 2022)

Consumers' powertrain preferences for their next vehicle (October 2022) | HolonIQ
Over 50% of consumers in the US, India and Germany prefer gasoline/diesel vehicles over electric vehicles

Consumers' powertrain preferences for their next vehicle (October 2022)

Source

Deloitte

Date

28 Dec 2023

Notes

Although Electric Vehicles (EVs) are widely recognized as the future of mobility, a 2022 survey revealed that over 50% of consumers in the US, India and Germany still express a preference for gasoline/diesel (Internal Combustion Engine, ICE) vehicles. However, as of 2023, the US has undergone significant changes in EV charging infrastructure and battery capacity, with most models achieving a 400km range per charge. Additionally, as solid-state batteries become commercial, it is expected to provide an 800km range, lower costs and faster charging. Despite these advancements, market limitations persist due to region-specific EV availability and brand loyalty. In contrast, East Asian countries such as China, exhibit a strong preference for various types of EVs. They benefit from denser charging infrastructure, cost advantages from domestic battery manufacturing plants and economies of scale due to large-scale production volumes. Despite generally higher upfront costs, compact Asian urban areas make EVs more practical, offering long-term savings through government subsidies. However, some challenges still persist to adopt EVs in low-income regions such as Brazil, Indonesia and India.

License

CC BY 4.0 DEED