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The Greatest Barriers towards EV Adoption
What is slowing down EV uptake, according to todays EV drivers?
What do you think is the greatest barrier towards EV adoption in your country? (maximum of three choices)
Global, 2025
58 %
have a hard time convincing other to buy an EV because of myhts
Global 2025
I have a hard time convincing friends and family about choosing an electric car because of myths
Strongly agree
Agree
I don't agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
Don`t know
I have a hard time convincing friends and family about choosing an electric car because of myths
I’m worried that my EV might be a fire hazard
Global, 2025
26 %
experience charging queues occasionally or more often
Global 2025
Do you experience queues at the fast charging stations?
Never
Rarely
Occasionally
Often
Always
I have not fast charged the last year
Do you experience queues at the fast charging stations?
Do you find that the fast chargers do not work when you are about to charge your car?
I find that the charging spots are occupied by fossil cars or cars that do not charge
84 %
agree that you should be able to pay by bank card directly on the charger
Global 2025
One should be able to pay by bank card directly on the charger
Strongly agree
Agree
I don't agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
Don`t know
One should be able to pay by bank card directly on the charger
The availability of fast chargers are more important than good price
83 %
belive policy measures are needed to increase the EV sales in their country
Global 2025
I believe policy measures are needed to increase the EV sales in my country
Strongly agree
Agree
I don't agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
Don`t know
The Experiences of the EV Drivers
The experiences of those who actually drives the transition, could be crucial to accelerate the electrification of the road transportation.
Do you experience any disadvantages with having an EV? (maximum of three choices)
Global, 2025
How often do you charge
at home
at fast chargers
at normal chargers
at other places
Global 2025
Daily
Every second or third day
Weekly
Once or twice a month
Less than monthly
Never
77 %
use a home charging box
Global 2025
How do you charge at home?
Charging box
Household plug
Other
10 %
are worried a prolonged power outage will prevent them from charging their car
Global 2025
I am worried that a prolonged power outage will prevent me from charging my car
Strongly agree
Agree
I don't agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
Don`t know
I am worried that a prolonged power outage will prevent me from charging my car
How often do you charge at fast chargers (50+ kW)?
Global, 2025
76 %
of ev drivers does not experience range anxiety.
Global 2025
I often experience range anxiety
Strongly agree
Agree
I don't agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
Don`t know
I often experience range anxiety
It takes more planning to take an EV than a gasoline or diesel car on a long trip
Global, 2025
What do you prioritize the most when deciding where to fast charge? (maximum of two choices)
Global, 2025
I plan where to charge before I drive
Global, 2025
It's hard to find the price before charging
90 %
think charging stations should have road signs similar to those for gas stations
Global 2025
Charging stations should have road signs similar to those for gas stations
Strongly agree
Agree
I don't agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
Don`t know
When I'm on longer trips, I often worry about how the charging will go
What best describes fast charging to you?
Global, 2025
How often do you charge...
at home
at fast chargers
at normal chargers
at other places
Global 2025
Daily
Every second or third day
Weekly
Once or twice a month
Less than monthly
Never
The Opinions of the EV Drivers
Insights from the insides of the EV drivers' minds.
53 %
would avoid certain car brands for political reasons
Global 2025
Are there some car brands you would avoid for political reasons?
Yes
No
Don't know
Climate change is a big problem
74 %
care about the environmental impact of the production of their car
Global 2025
I care about the environmental impact of the production of my car
Strongly agree
Agree
I don't agree or disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
Don`t know
It is important to me to have information about the minerals used in my vehicle's batteries, their origin, and their human rights impact
I am concerned about the lifespan of my battery
Who are the EV Drivers?
Everyone can be an EV driver - but who are the EV drivers of today?
How long have you been driving an EV (battery electric vehicles only)?
Global, 2025
48 %
have only EV(s) in the household
59 %
purchased the EV new
Global 2025
How did you aquire your EV?
Purchased new
Purchased used
Leased
What type of residence do you live in?
Global, 2025
94 %
have their own parking space
Global 2025
Do you have your own parking space?
Yes
No
Don't know
92 %
would use a gasoline or diesel car if they didn't have an EV
Global 2025
If you didn't have an EV, what would you use for the travels you use your EV for today? Another car (fossil fuel)
Most of the time / always
Sometimes
No/never
Why did you choose to buy an EV? (maximum of two choices)
Global, 2025
98 %
are satisfied or very satisfied with being an EV driver
Global 2025
How satisfied are you with being an EV owner?
Very satisfied
Satisfied
Neither nor
Dissatisfied
Very dissatisfied
93 %
would choose an EV again
Global 2025
If you had to replace your EV tomorrow, would you get:
An EV
A plug-in hybrid
A gasoline or diesel car
Don't know
Other