Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from transport contribute significantly to climate change. Some of the transport policies with the greatest potential to mitigate climate change are related to zero-emission vehicles.
In this study the different factors and their importance on purchase decisions for battery electric vehicles (BEV) were analysed. Experts’ perceptions were collected in autumn 2021 with a Delphi study consisting of a two-round survey to assess factors that would increase the probability of a petrol- or diesel-car owner purchasing a BEV in Finland in the year 2025.
Increasing the possibilities for home charging and the provision of a purchase subsidy were seen as the most important factors. Public fast charging and the difference in use costs between ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicles and BEVs were also recognised as important factors. Existing systems of financial instruments and policies must be constantly evaluated and updated due to the evolving BEV industry and market.
The open access publication ‘Effect of Policies to Accelerate the Adoption of Battery Electric Vehicles in Finland—A Delphi Study’ can be accessed through the Future Transportation website: https://www.mdpi.com/2673-7590/4/1/5.