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  2. Commercialization of Lithium Battery Technologies for Electric Vehicles

    Xiaoqiao Zeng, Matthew Li, Deia Abd El‐Hady, et al. · 2019 · Advanced Energy Materials · 1,511 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

  3. Overview of batteries and battery management for electric vehicles

    Wei Liu, Tobias Placke, K. T. Chau · 2022 · Energy Reports · 696 citations

    Popularization of electric vehicles (EVs) is an effective solution to promote carbon neutrality, thus combating the climate crisis. Advances in EV batteries and battery management interrelate with government policies and user experiences closely. This article reviews the evolutions and challenges of (i) state-of-the-art battery technologies and (ii) state-of-the-art battery management technologies for hybrid and pure EVs. The key is to reveal the major features, pros and cons, new technological breakthroughs, future challenges, and opportunities for advancing electric mobility. This critical review envisions the development trends of battery chemistry technologies, technologies regarding bat

  4. Electric Vehicles: Benefits, Challenges, and Potential Solutions for Widespread Adaptation

    Fayez Alanazi · 2023 · Applied Sciences · 691 citations

    The world’s primary modes of transportation are facing two major problems: rising oil costs and increasing carbon emissions. As a result, electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining popularity as they are independent of oil and do not produce greenhouse gases. However, despite their benefits, several operational issues still need to be addressed for EV adoption to become widespread. This research delves into the evolution of EVs over time and highlights their benefits, including reducing carbon emissions and air pollution. It also explores the challenges and difficulties faced in their adoption, such as the high cost of infrastructure, scarcity of charging stations, limited range or range anxiety, a

  7. 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 · 295 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

  14. 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

  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 · 26 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

  17. Electric Vehicle Adoption Barriers in Thailand

    Jung-Fa Tsai, Sheng-Che Wu, Pajaree Kathinthong, et al. · 2024 · Sustainability · 17 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

  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 · 14 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

  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 · 12 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

  20. 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

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

    Hilmy Awad, M. de Santis, Ehab H. E. Bayoumi · 2025 · World Electric Vehicle Journal · 8 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

  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 · 4 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

  23. 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.

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

    Daniyal Irfan, Xuan Tang · 2025 · Sustainability · 4 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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