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Understanding the impact of push-pull-mooring factors on the switching and continued usage intentions for electric three-wheelers in public transport

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The transition from fossil fuel-powered to electric three-wheelers represents a critical step toward sustainable public transportation. This study examines factors influencing adoption and continued usage of electric three-wheelers among drivers in Kerala, India. Using the Push-Pull-Mooring framework and Extended Expectancy Confirmation Theory, this research focuses on drivers as primary users, addressing their unique challenges, often overlooked in prior electric vehicle research. Data from 457 potential electric three-wheeler drivers, analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), reveals that environmental concerns, operating costs, non-monetary incentives, and perceived health benefits significantly drive adoption intentions, while showroom service quality has no impact. The study identifies that while electric three-wheeler drivers value the environmental benefits and enhanced comfort provided by electric vehicles, they still have concerns about the physical environment of hydrocarbon transport and performance of EVs compared to hydrocarbon-powered vehicles.

Source: Sustainable Futures

DOI: 10.1016/j.sftr.2025.100554

Authors: Pushpam T Davis, T. Chandrasekar

Institution: Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education

Language: English

Topic: Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure

Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Sustainable cities and communities, Affordable and clean energy

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,340