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You’ve heard from the experts, now an EV novice puts the Hyundai Elexio to the test on 1,000 km road trip, with two young children

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First reported by The Driven · 23 September at 7:35 am

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The DrivenEV specialists23 September at 7:35 am

You’ve heard from the experts, now an EV novice puts the Hyundai Elexio to the test on 1,000 km road trip, with two young children

I was expecting to be transported 20 years into the future. What I got was a machine that is still mostly car with some Chinese tech characteristics. The post You’ve heard from the experts, now an EV…

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You’ve heard from the experts, now an EV novice puts the Hyundai Elexio to the test on 1,000 km road trip, with two young children

Compiled by ADME Newsroom from 1 source

First reported by The Driven · 23 September at 7:35 am

Who's covering this — 1 article

EV specialists: 1

Image: The Driven

The quick read

The Hyundai Elexio failed to impress a novice EV tester on a 1,000 km road trip.
The vehicle felt like a 'machine that is still mostly car' with some Chinese tech characteristics.
The tester was expecting a more futuristic experience, but was underwhelmed.
The Elexio's lackluster impression has implications for EV marketing and sales.

For dealers: The Hyundai Elexio's underwhelming first impression matters because it highlights the need for dealers to adapt their marketing and sales strategies to changing consumer perceptions of EVs.

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ADME commentary

The ADME angle

The Hyundai Elexio's underwhelming first impression is a wake-up call for dealers who expect EVs to automatically generate buzz and drive sales.

The fact that the Elexio feels like a 'machine that is still mostly car' suggests that the market is not yet at a point where EVs are perceived as revolutionary or futuristic.

This perception gap has significant implications for marketing and lead handling, as dealers may need to adjust their messaging to focus on the practical benefits of EVs rather than their futuristic appeal.

What it means for showroom traffic

Dealers who are relying on the novelty of EVs to draw in customers may be disappointed, as the Elexio's lackluster first impression suggests that shoppers are becoming increasingly savvy and discerning.

The Elexio's 'Chinese tech characteristics' may also raise questions about the role of technology in shaping consumer perceptions of EVs, and how dealers can effectively communicate the value proposition of these vehicles.

Competitor response and pricing

The Elexio's relatively modest impression may create an opportunity for competitors to differentiate themselves and capture market share, potentially by emphasizing the unique features and benefits of their own EV offerings.

Dealers who can effectively communicate the value and benefits of their EVs, and who can adapt to changing consumer perceptions, will be well-positioned to succeed in a rapidly evolving market.

Taking action

This week, dealers can take a decisive action by reviewing their EV marketing messaging and ensuring that it is focused on the practical benefits and value proposition of these vehicles, rather than relying on futuristic appeal or novelty.

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