Electromobility is convincing!
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Chinese electric car manufacturer Zeekr surveyed over 8,000 consumers in eight European countries on electromobility and Chinese car brands. The result: the willingness to switch to electric cars is growing, and distrust of Chinese brands is decreasing – especially among younger people and in Scandinavia.
38% of respondents are more open to Chinese electric cars today than a year ago, with 53% among EV owners. In Great Britain, the vehicle's origin is irrelevant for 59% of people. Confidence is also growing in premium markets like Switzerland: over half consider Chinese premium electric cars to be competitive.
Scandinavia shows a strong affinity for electric cars: in Sweden, 62% plan to switch by 2027 (EU average: 52%). Among 35 to 44-year-olds, 62% plan to switch by 2028, while among those over 55, only 45% plan to do so by 2035.
Zeekr CEO Lothar Schupet emphasizes: Electromobility is convincing, but differences exist by country and age group. The biggest hurdles remain range, charging time, and price: 42% desire over 480 km range, 40% fast charging in 10 minutes, and 45% lower costs.