EV Sales Growth Cools But Some Markets Still Run Hot
Jul 24, 2024
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Head of Electric Vehicles at BloombergNEF, Aleksandra O’Donovan, explores the EV sales slowdown in some regions, the impact of Chinese battery prices on the market, and the rise of electric commercial vehicles. The podcast delves into trends driving the transition to a lower-carbon economy.
EV sales are cooling in some regions, but overall market shows nuanced growth trends.
Chinese battery prices influence wider market dynamics and trends in electric vehicle industry.
Rise of electric commercial vehicles signifies a shift towards lower-carbon transportation options.
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Discussion on Electric Vehicle Outlook Report
The podcast delves into the Electric Vehicle Outlook report, focusing on the trends and forecasts in the electric vehicle industry up to 2030 and beyond. The report highlights a global rise in electric vehicle adoption, particularly in commercial vehicles and regions like the US, with insights on battery metals, fuel sources, and CO2 emissions impact.
Concerns and Optimism about Electric Vehicle Market Dynamics
The speakers express concerns about a cooling demand in some markets for EVs, with varying growth rates globally. China leads in technology development and EV adoption, surpassing Europe. Optimism remains for the long-term electric vehicle market, driven by improving economics and the potential for a significant share of global vehicle sales.
Insights on Commercial Electric Vehicles and Plug-In Hybrids
Commercial electric vehicles, including vans and trucks, are experiencing a surge in sales, driven by improving economics and technological advancements. The podcast also examines the resurgence of plug-in hybrids in China, showcasing larger battery sizes and extended ranges for potential consumer appeal, highlighting the complexities and debates surrounding their adoption.
Challenges and Opportunities in Hybrid and Fuel Cell Vehicles
The podcast explores the declining trends in hydrogen fuel cell vehicle sales and the potential impact of plug-in hybrids on oil demand. It discusses the evolving landscape of hybrid vehicles, particularly in China, as a strategy to attract consumers resistant to full electric vehicles, emphasizing the need for further analysis to assess their long-term climate impact.
This year has been a mixed bag for electric vehicles. After EV sales hit new highs in 2023, some automakers have now revised down their near-term targets, citing falling demand. While this may have generated headlines, the overall market offers a more nuanced image, with different segments outperforming others, and growth in developing economies starting to pick up pace.
On today’s show, Dana is joined by BloombergNEF’s Head of Electric Vehicles, Aleksandra O’Donovan, and Head of Advanced Transport and Energy Storage, Colin McKerracher, to talk about findings from this year’s Long-Term Electric Vehicle Outlook. Together they discuss the slowdown in EV sales seen in some regions, the collapse in Chinese battery prices and its effect on the wider market, and the rise of electric commercial vehicles.
Complementary BNEF research on the trends driving the transition to a lower-carbon economy can be found at BNEF<GO> on the Bloomberg Terminal or on bnef.com