Covid-19 slows EV ride as consumers prefer traditional engine: Survey

Respondents show greater confidence in owning hybrid cars over e-cars

The desire to buy diesel or gasoline powered vehicles is back among car buyers globally as consumers are looking for affordable, tried and tested technology in uncertain times, according to Deloitte’s Global Consumer Study 2021.

Among the six countries surveyed in the study, India is second after the US to see a sharp fall in preference for non-gasoline/diesel vehicles. 

The percentage of buyers who prefer vehicles with alternative propulsion has fallen to 32 per cent from 49 per cent a year ago, shows the study.

Interestingly, of the 32 per cent in India who said they will consider cars that offer an alternative