The Global EV Driver Survey 2025 reports that 83 percent of electric-car owners believe additional policy support is needed to speed up adoption. The study drew on responses from more than 26,000 people across 30 countries, a scale that gives the findings real weight.

The obstacles vary by region. In Costa Rica, 76 percent of drivers point to a shortage of highway charging as the main barrier. In India, that share reaches 74 percent, and in Brazil it stands at 65 percent. Even so, dissatisfaction with fast-charging network coverage has eased, dropping from 23 to 18 percent compared with 2024. Progress is evident, though long-distance charging still looks like the weak link in several markets.

Perceptions also play a decisive role. Some 77 percent of participants say common myths about EVs significantly slow acceptance, while 88 percent of drivers do not see a heightened risk of fires. Brand politics add another wrinkle: 53 percent admit they avoid certain makes for political reasons, with Tesla most frequently mentioned. It’s a reminder that the narrative around a badge can sway decisions as much as specs or range.

Despite the hurdles, 86 percent of owners say they’re happy with their cars. Taken together, the results underline how crucial charging infrastructure remains—and how interest in EVs keeps rising for city use, where their strengths are easiest to appreciate.