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Year 2025
Volume/Issue/Review Month Volume-XVIII | Issue-I | Jan.-Jun.
Title Dissecting the Nexus of Consumer Adoption and Electric Cars: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors Amrit Kumar Mohapatra, Dr. Tushar Kanta Pany
Broad area Marketing
Abstract Abstract: A crucial technology for decreasing future emissions and energy use in the mobility sector is Electric Vehicles (EVs). One of the types of EVs that reduce car emissions and energy consumption, promoting a cleaner and more sustainable future for transportation, is Electric cars. Numerous advantages are offered by Electric cars to consumers, including lower operational costs, reduced maintenance needs, and a smaller environmental footprint. Other than advantages, knowing Consumer Adoption (CA) for promoting a successful transition to electric mobility is essential, thus benefiting the economy, the environment, and society as a whole. Also, the research on CA of electric cars is done via bibliometric analysis to serve as a comprehensive overview of the current state of research and aid in strategic planning and informed decision-making. Here, the CA of electric cars is explored by this bibliometric review, synthesizing existing literature to identify key trends and themes in this evolving field. It is easier to provide information regarding the factors influencing consumer acceptance, including environmental concerns, economic incentives, technological advancements, and social influences by analyzing a comprehensive dataset of publications from various academic databases. Significant authors and influential publications are identified along with emerging themes, such as consumer behavior, policy implications, and market dynamics.
DOI https://doi.org/10.63340/samt/1001 
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