Conducting any scientific research should be based on sound and proven information. To do this, a specialized analysis of literary sources on the topic chosen for the work is carried out. Henceforth, this academic paper aimed to find articles that would provide data on the difference between electric and gas cars. Moreover, to expand the range of information, sources were selected that considered the advantages and disadvantages of each type of vehicle and articles that were engaged in reviewing the modern vehicle market and its trends.
Electric cars in modern society are gaining more and more popularity and prevalence, which affects the growing interest in their research. In particular, the focus is on why people prefer gas vehicles less and less, which society has been using for many years. Thus, the first article by Asadi et al. examines the factors that influence the choice of buyers toward electric vehicles. The leading indicator that gives a significant advantage to this kind of vehicle is its contribution to the sustainability of the environment (Asadi et al. 2). Moreover, the article considers the positive value of the introduction of electric cars for economic growth.
To obtain the most effective results, the researchers conducted the work based on two theoretical models. Approaches such as The Norm Model and The Theory of Planned Behavior have been applied to create a questionnaire-evaluating framework. After collecting the necessary information, the researchers conducted a precise analysis of the data using a structural equation model. Therefore, it was concluded that the choice of buyers is influenced by multiple factors, such as value, attitude, responsibility, personal preferences, and awareness of consequences.
The following scientific article that also assisted in conducting research work was the work of Das et al., “Electric vehicles standards, charging infrastructure, and impact on grid integration.” It aims to study and provide data about electric cars and what features and subtleties their use has. Therefore, one of these aspects is the need for constant charging of vehicles, which affects the increasing installation of unique stations. The increasing popularity of electric vehicles results in a higher number of charging stations. However, the authors note that this innovation can seriously affect the electricity grid (Das et al. 110). Thus, this circumstance makes it necessary to implement charging strategies to minimize the adverse effects of these stations. Among the policies that can help achieve positive dynamics are bidirectional charging, charging during peak hours, and solar charging (Das et al. 116). In addition, it is noted that the concept of charging infrastructure for electric cars is becoming increasingly important.
Following the name, the article written by Gelmanova et al. considers the advantages and disadvantages that should be taken into account when considering the option of choosing an electric car. First of all, a valuable aspect of this article is the provision of the historical background of the invention of vehicles powered by electricity. Moreover, the authors give an example and compare such examples of electric car manufacturers as Volkswagen, Tesla, and Honda. Moreover, the source states that “the advantages of the electric vehicle are attributed to the environmental friendliness and the absence of emissions, compact car, the cheaper cost, cheap “fuel” – electricity” (Gelmanova et al. 2). On the other hand, the article notes that the market, for the most part, is still occupied by gas cars, and a change in this trend may require time and adjustment on the part of society. At the same time, the authors emphasize the positive dynamics of this issue, as more and more people are becoming aware of the environmentally friendly characteristics of electric cars.
The following source that provided meaningful information is an online article titled “How do gasoline & electric vehicles compare?” Hence, despite the external similarities, the source notes that electric and gas cars have significant differences. Knowledge of these aspects will help to make the right choice in the direction of a particular type of transport. Consequently, the article emphasizes that according to the Advanced Transportation Consortium, seventy percent of electric vehicle components are different from gasoline-powered ones (How Do Gasoline & Electric Vehicles Compare? 1). Moreover, as the previous articles reviewed, such differences as the initial cost, expenses for car maintenance operations, and the method of charging or refueling the car are emphasized.
One of the reasons for the change of the focus of customers in the direction of electric cars is the constant fluctuation of gas prices, or rather their constant growth. In this regard, more and more people are thinking about the possible advantages of recharging their vehicles as opposed to refueling (Weaver). Henceforth, it is this aspect that is central to consideration in the Weaver article entitled “Gas vs. electric vehicles: Advantages of each car as gas prices soar.” In addition, mentioning the instability of gas prices, the author notes that electricity prices remain stable. Further, the article in the online source focuses on the prevalence of charging stations for electric cars and a lower cost for their users, unlike gasoline. The value of this source is that it simultaneously considers the advantages of gas cars. The main benefits are the greater availability of places for refueling the car and the lower starting cost of the car compared to the rather expensive segments of electric cars.
The latest research in the framework of this work article provides a review of the modern electric car market. First of all, the comparative novelty of this segment and the work of countries on the development of policies designed to stimulate consumer acceptance and accelerate market adoption are noted. Furthermore, the authors state that sales of cars powered by electricity have more than tripled since (Zhou et al. 777). However, this factor applies only to America, while in European countries, this trend is much slower. At the same time, many countries are developing strategies and policies that encourage the use of electric vehicles. A particular impetus to the industry was given by the production of public transport, which requires recharging, not refueling. This circumstance also contributes to the preservation of the environment. Therefore, the authors conclude that the policies of countries, together with the market trend, can become an effective tool for expanding the importance of electric cars in the world.
Works Cited
Asadi, Shahla, et al. “Factors Impacting Consumers’ Intention Toward Adoption of Electric Vehicles in Malaysia.” Journal of Cleaner Production, vol. 282, 2021.
Das, Himadry Shekhar, et al. “Electric Vehicles Standards, Charging Infrastructure, and Impact on Grid Integration: A Technological Review.” Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, vol. 120, 2020, pp. 109-118.
Gelmanova, Zoya, et al. “Electric Cars. Advantages and Disadvantages.” Journal of Physics: Conference Series, vol. 10, no. 15, 2018, pp. 20-19.
“How Do Gasoline & Electric Vehicles Compare?”Advanced Vehicles Testing Activity, Web.
Weaver, Stephanie. Gas vs. Electric Vehicles: Advantages of Each Car as Gas Prices Soar. FOX 5, Web.
Zhou, Yan, et al. “Plug-In Electric Vehicle Market Penetration and Incentives: A Global Review.” Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies for Global Change, vol. 20, no. 5, 2015, pp. 777-795.