A survey provides data for hope: millions of drivers dream of an electric car

Everywhere we are overwhelmed with figures and negative news that have the electric car in their sights. The obvious cannot be denied: electrical sales are not advancing at the expected pace. The commercial hopes of brands come up against the harsh reality of the market. There are more and more electric cars circulating on our streets and highways, but at a much lower percentage than estimated. Brands have been forced to alter their plans, delay important launches. However, a global survey now reveals figures for hope. Millions of drivers around the world are already thinking about buying an electric car.

The purchase intention is one thing and the purchase itself is quite another. The electric car is a reality. The latest launches show that we are facing a viable technology, although, for now, it is not capable of adjusting to all the needs of drivers. There are factors that hinder the commercial explosion, such as poor charging infrastructure, the price of the vehicle or the inability to access a private charging point. Millions of cars around the world sleep parked on public roads and for them it is also necessary to find charging options.

The electric car is on the minds of millions of drivers around the world

Despite the many gloomy headlines of the last year, people have shown that they want electric cars. As soon as several of the less positive factors of electric mobility are eradicated, the boom in sales is palpable and effective. Many clients are already thinking about taking the leap, as the latest global survey carried out by the consultancy now demonstrates. Accenture. They have analyzed the preferences of 6,000 drivers from the United States, Italy, France, Germany, Japan and China and have discovered that the balance is tipping towards electric much more than some might imagine. The change in trend is evident, although there are still many steps to take in this new normal.

At a global level, the survey has revealed that 57% of drivers expect to have an electric car in the garage in the next 10 years. Only 10% of those surveyed have stated that they will never buy an electric car. Meanwhile, 23% of the population surveyed who do not currently own an electric car imagine buying one in the next five years. China stands out as the region in the world with the highest purchasing intention. 65% of the drivers surveyed affirm that the future belongs to the electric car. Almost 50% of current owners of a non-electric car imagine themselves changing sides in less than five years. Normal, taking into account the tireless pace at which electric cars are growing in China.

In Europe the outlook is somewhat gloomier, taking into account that it is the region of the world that has promoted the change the most. German and French drivers surveyed are more skeptical about a future dominated by electric vehicles. 37% and 36% of drivers, respectively, say they are strongly in favor of electric vehicles. Several points below the international average. Regarding what people who want to purchase their first electric vehicle are looking for, the survey shows that autonomy and charging are no longer a problem. Novice drivers are looking, above all, for reliability (83%), safety (82%) and good value for money (82%).