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  2. Promises and Challenges of Next-Generation “Beyond Li-ion” Batteries for Electric Vehicles and Grid Decarbonization

    Yaosen Tian, Guobo Zeng, Ann Rutt, et al. · 2020 · Chemical Reviews · 1,595 citations

    The tremendous improvement in performance and cost of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have made them the technology of choice for electrical energy storage. While established battery chemistries and cell architectures for Li-ion batteries achieve good power and energy density, LIBs are unlikely to meet all the performance, cost, and scaling targets required for energy storage, in particular, in large-scale applications such as electrified transportation and grids. The demand to further reduce cost and/or increase energy density, as well as the growing concern related to natural resource needs for Li-ion have accelerated the investigation of so-called "beyond Li-ion" technologies. In this review

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  3. Commercialization of Lithium Battery Technologies for Electric Vehicles

    Xiaoqiao Zeng, Matthew Li, Deia Abd El‐Hady, et al. · 2019 · Advanced Energy Materials · 1,543 citations

    Abstract The currently commercialized lithium‐ion batteries have allowed for the creation of practical electric vehicles, simultaneously satisfying many stringent milestones in energy density, lifetime, safety, power, and cost requirements of the electric vehicle economy. The next wave of consumer electric vehicles is just around the corner. Although widely adopted in the vehicle market, lithium‐ion batteries still require further development to sustain their dominating roles among competitors. In this review, the authors survey the state‐of‐the‐art active electrode materials and cell chemistries for automotive batteries. The performance, production, and cost are included. The advances and c

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  4. Advances in consumer electric vehicle adoption research: A review and research agenda

    Zeinab Rezvani, Johan Jansson, Jan Bodin · 2014 · Transportation Research Part D Transport and Environment · 1,273 citations

    In spite of the purported positive environmental consequences of electrifying the light duty vehicle fleet, the number of electric vehicles (EVs) in use is still insignificant. One reason for the modest adoption figures is that the mass acceptance of EVs to a large extent is reliant on consumers’ perception of EVs. This paper presents a comprehensive overview of the drivers for and barriers against consumer adoption of plug-in EVs, as well as an overview of the theoretical perspectives that have been utilized for understanding consumer intentions and adoption behavior towards EVs. In addition, we identify gaps and limitations in existing research and suggest areas in which future research wo

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  5. Incentives for promoting Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) adoption in Norway

    Kristin Ystmark Bjerkan, Tom E. Nørbech, Marianne Elvsaas Nordtømme · 2016 · Transportation Research Part D Transport and Environment · 658 citations

    Norway has become a global forerunner in the field of electromobility and the BEV market share is far higher than in any other country. One likely reason for this is strong incentives for promoting purchase and ownership of BEVs. The purpose of this study is to describe the role of incentives for promoting BEVs, and to determine what incentives are critical for deciding to buy a BEV and what groups of buyers respond to different types of incentives. The questions are answered with data from a survey among nearly 3400 BEV owners in Norway. Exemptions from purchase tax and VAT are critical incentives for more than 80% of the respondents. This is very much in line with previous research, which

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  8. Barriers and motivators to the adoption of electric vehicles: A global review

    Apurva Pamidimukkala, Sharareh Kermanshachi, Jay Michael Rosenberger, et al. · 2024 · Green Energy and Intelligent Transportation · 321 citations

    Electric vehicles (EVs) have the potential to mitigate the severity of significant concerns including environmental pollution and reliance on fossil fuels; however, despite strong governmental promotional efforts, their market penetration is still at the nascent stage. This paper empirically investigates the factors that affect the consumers’ intention to adopt EVs by conducting an exhaustive literature review. The initial search resulted in 1,690 publications, but after a thorough exclusion process, 537 articles were deemed relevant and were sorted by source, publication year, country of origin, data collection method, and research domain. The results revealed the influential factors over i

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  15. Socio-Economic Barriers to Adoption of Electric Vehicles in South Africa: Case Study of the Gauteng Province

    Mokhele Edmond Moeletsi · 2021 · World Electric Vehicle Journal · 39 citations

    Electric vehicles (EVs) were introduced into the South African market in 2013, and their adoption rate has been very low. There are limited existing studies covering consumer perceptions towards EVs in Africa and, thus, this study investigated possible socio-economic barriers present in the South African automotive market that impede the adoption or consumer purchase intention of EVs. The survey was conducted in the Gauteng Province in South Africa using questionnaires comprised of Likert-type questions. The analysis was conducted using statistical methods comprising mainly of frequency tables and Chi-squared tests on contingency tables. The findings of the study on barriers to adoption of E

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  16. Challenges for the Adoption of Electric Vehicles in Thailand: Potential Impacts, Barriers, and Public Policy Recommendations

    Kantapich Preedakorn, David Butler, Jörn Mehnen · 2023 · Sustainability · 28 citations

    The impacts of electric vehicles (EVs) to the current transportation and logistics system are an emerging topic that has recently garnered public interest in many countries. Several developing countries that rely on the large amount of production in automobiles manufacturing are preparing to adopt national strategies to mitigate the negative impacts from the shift toward electric vehicles. In addition, the restructuring of the transportation system and traffic regulations to prepare for the integration of electric vehicles into the current transportation model is also an important concern for policy-makers. The study of potential impacts and barriers regarding the adoption of EVs would provi

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  17. Electric Vehicle Adoption Barriers in Thailand

    Jung-Fa Tsai, Sheng-Che Wu, Pajaree Kathinthong, et al. · 2024 · Sustainability · 18 citations

    Adopting electric vehicles (EVs) is a potential solution to reduce emissions and protect the environment. Although countries encourage people to use EVs to replace gasoline and diesel vehicles, the application of EVs still needs to overcome many barriers, especially in developing countries such as Thailand. This study aims to identify critical barriers that hinder the adoption of EVs not only among EV owners but also among non-EV owners. First, two rounds of the modified Delphi method were used to identify significant barriers through expert opinions. The decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory (DEMATEL) method was then applied to determine their relationship. Among financial, techni

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  18. Barriers to Electric Vehicle Adoption: A Framework to Accelerate the Transition to Sustainable Mobility

    A. Mesquita, Victor Hugo Souza de Abreu, Cátia Nunes Poyares, et al. · 2025 · Sustainability · 16 citations

    The increasing demand for transportation has created economic, social, and environmental challenges that sustainable mobility solutions can help address. Electric vehicles (EVs) represent a promising alternative by lowering greenhouse gas emissions and improving energy efficiency. However, EV adoption remains limited due to barriers such as high costs, insufficient charging infrastructure, technological constraints, and low consumer awareness. This study aims to identify and classify the main barriers to EV adoption and propose a prioritization framework to guide decision-makers in resource allocation and policy design. A systematic literature review was conducted to identify barriers to EV

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  19. Barriers to electric vehicle adoption in ASEAN emerging economies: comparative analysis of Cambodia, Myanmar, and the Philippines

    Ohn Zin Lin, Libor Štěpanec, E. Koutroulis, et al. · 2025 · Discover Sustainability · 15 citations

    Electric vehicles (EVs) play a pivotal role in decarbonizing global transportation. In the ASEAN region, emerging economies such as Cambodia, Myanmar, and the Philippines face persistent barriers, including high upfront costs, limited charging infrastructure, and fragmented policies. This study presents a comparative analysis across five key dimensions: economic, infrastructural, technological, policy, and social factors. Unlike previous research focused on more developed ASEAN countries, this study highlights underrepresented markets, incorporating behavioral and cultural aspects alongside financing and policy issues. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including structured surveys, Krus

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  20. Electric Vehicle Adoption in Egypt: A Review of Feasibility, Challenges, and Policy Directions

    H. Awad, M. de Santis, Ehab H. E. Bayoumi · 2025 · World Electric Vehicle Journal · 9 citations

    This study evaluates the feasibility and visibility of electric vehicles (EVs) in Egypt, addressing critical research gaps and proposing actionable strategies to drive adoption. Employing a systematic review of academic, governmental, and industry sources, the paper identifies underexplored areas such as rural–urban adoption disparities, lifecycle assessments of EV batteries, and sociocultural barriers, including gender dynamics and entrenched consumer preferences. Its primary contribution is an interdisciplinary framework that integrates technical aspects, such as grid resilience and climate-related battery degradation, with socioeconomic dimensions, providing a holistic overview of EV feas

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  21. A Data-Driven Analysis of Electric Vehicle Adoption Barriers in the Philippines: Combining SEM and ANNs

    Charmine Sheena R. Saflor, Klint Allen Mariñas, Ma. Janice Gumasing, et al. · 2024 · World Electric Vehicle Journal · 9 citations

    As the world progresses into the peak of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the adoption of smart and sustainable technologies, including electric vehicles (EVs), has gained significant momentum. However, the widespread acceptance of EVs is hindered by several unresolved barriers. This study investigates the factors influencing the adoption of electric vehicles in the Philippines, focusing on key barriers through an integrated approach using machine learning and structural equation modeling (SEM). Specifically, artificial neural networks (ANNs) and SEM are employed to analyze data from online surveys and the existing literature, identifying the critical obstacles that impact consumer acceptan

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  22. Beyond Climate Change Concern: Why Air Pollution Health Concern and Health Orientation Matter in Battery Electric Vehicle Adoption

    Patrick Hartmann, Vanessa Apaolaza, Ainhize Eletxigerra, et al. · 2025 · Business Strategy and the Environment · 5 citations

    While previous research has emphasized climate change concern as a driver of battery electric vehicle (BEV) adoption, concerns about the personal health impacts of air pollution caused by internal combustion vehicles—such as respiratory and cardiovascular diseases—have been neglected as behavioral triggers. Our findings from a representative US survey (N = 800) show that, besides climate change concern, health concern about air pollution significantly influences BEV adoption intention. Furthermore, health orientation moderates this relationship, with highly health‐oriented individuals showing a stronger positive effect of air pollution health concern on BEV adoption. For highly health‐orient

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  23. Evaluating China’s Electric Vehicle Adoption with PESTLE: Stakeholder Perspectives on Sustainability and Adoption Barriers

    Daniyal Irfan, Xuan Tang · 2025 · Sustainability · 5 citations

    The electric vehicle (EV) business model integrates advanced battery technology, dynamic power train architectures, and intelligent energy management systems with ecosystem strategies and digital services. It incorporates environmental sustainability through lifecycle analysis and renewable energy integration. China, with 9.49 million EV sales in 2023 (33% market share), faces infrastructure gaps constraining further growth. China is strategically mitigating CO2 emissions while fostering economic expansion, notwithstanding constraints such as suboptimal battery technology advancements, elevated production expenditure, and enduring ecological impacts. This Political, Economic, Social, Technol

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  24. 2015 E-Truck Task Force: Key Barriers Affecting E-Truck Adoption, Industry and Policy Implications, and Recommendations to Move the Market Forward

    Tom Brotherton, Alycia Gilde, Jasna Tomic · 2016 · World Electric Vehicle Journal · 4 citations

    CALSTART’s E-Truck Task Force (ETTF) produced a report outlining the markets for electric drive trucks (E-Trucks), the prime barriers facing their success and provided key findings and recommendations to support expanding E-Truck adoption. Four key findings have been identified by the E-Truck Task Force as barriers currently affecting the growth and viability of E-Truck sales; 1) high incremental cost, 2) poor vehicle quality and support from supplier(s), 3) unexpected costs and energy planning with infrastructure, and 4) reduced operation in extreme climates. The E-Truck Task Force developed a set of action-oriented recommendations for overcoming each barrier.

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