ICE vehicle owners more concerned with fuel prices than EV owners are with range and charging, motoring group says
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First reported by The Driven ·
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The quick read
- ICE vehicle owners are more concerned with fuel prices than EV owners are with range and charging.
- Electric cars are nearly at price parity with ICE vehicles.
- The motoring group has hailed a 'tipping point' in the EV market.
- Dealers who adapt quickly to this changing market will be well-positioned to capitalize on growing demand for EVs.
For dealers: Australian dealers who fail to adapt to the changing EV market risk being left behind by competitors who are more agile and responsive to changing consumer preferences.
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ADME commentary
The ADME angle
Electric cars reaching price parity with ICE vehicles is a game-changer for Australian dealers, as it eliminates a key objection for buyers who are considering switching to EVs.
Pricing and Margin
The fact that ICE vehicle owners are more concerned with fuel prices than EV owners are with range and charging suggests that dealers can use the total cost of ownership as a key selling point for EVs.
This shift in consumer concerns could also impact the way dealers approach pricing and margin, as they may need to factor in the long-term savings of EV ownership.
Competitor Response
Dealers who are slow to adapt to this changing market risk being left behind by competitors who are more agile and responsive to changing consumer preferences.
The motoring group's announcement of a 'tipping point' in the EV market is a wake-up call for dealers to review their product offerings and sales strategies.
Showroom Traffic
As EVs become more price-competitive, dealers can expect to see an increase in showroom traffic from buyers who are interested in exploring their options.
To capitalize on this trend, dealers should ensure that their sales teams are well-trained on the benefits and features of EVs, and that they have a robust inventory of EV models to meet growing demand.
One decisive action a dealer could take this week is to review their current EV inventory and ordering process, and to consider increasing their stock of EV models to meet anticipated growing demand.
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ICE vehicle owners more concerned with fuel prices than EV owners are with range and charging, motoring group says
Motoring group hails "tipping point" in EV market, with electric cars nearly at price parity and ICE vehicle owners more worried about fuel prices than EV owners are about range. The post ICE vehicle…
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