In Russia, demand for electric vehicles and hybrids has increased…
In Russia, demand for electric vehicles and hybrids has increased due to a fuel crisis.
Consensus
- Demand for electric and hybrid vehicles in Russia has increased significantly since late June.
- The rise in demand is linked to a fuel crisis caused by disruptions at oil refineries due to Ukrainian drone attacks.
- Sales of new hybrids and electric vehicles were approximately 1.8 times higher from June 29 to July 19 compared to the average weekly sales in the first half of the year.
- There has been a shortage of certain models, including Evolute i-Joy and i-Space, with waiting times reaching two to three months.
- The number of charging stations operated by Rosatom increased by about 80% from early June to early July.
Points of divergence
- The growth in demand was described as having been 'given a sharp acceleration' due to fuel shortages, with the lack of fuel outweighing concerns about charging infrastructure and winter energy consumption. — meduza
- Prices for electric and hybrid vehicles have risen, with average prices increasing by 2.5% over one month; discounts are being gradually withdrawn by dealers and distributors. — thebell
- The government is taking measures to overcome the crisis, but analysts predict increased fuel production will only be possible closer to the end of the year. — meduza
Coverage (2 sources)
- Demand for electric and hybrid cars in Russia rises amid fuel crisis — Meduza
- Hybrids and electric vehicles in Russia become more expensive due to demand amid fuel crisis — The Bell