ROMA – The dizzying growth of electrified vehicles is unique in the world private car market and through the “Electric Vehicle; more than a powertrain “, Accenture analyzed the reasons for the rise, the prospects for the future of green cars and the role of new technologies in shaping both the different multimodal urban transport solutions and the evolution of industrial models based on the circular economy .
In its research dedicated to the energy ecosystem inherent in electrified mobility, Accenture emphasizes the centrality of the four “Houses” (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, Electrified) in optimizing the efficiency of shared transport and in promoting the paradigm shift. through the production of more sustainable cars thanks to the use of recyclable materials and the ability to recover the batteries by extracting the minerals inside them. Among the factors that are accelerating the transition, the strategic consulting multinational identifies government regulations and incentives (from the most stringent regulations on emissions to subsidies / purchase incentives), the development of infrastructures / technologies and the growing predisposition of the customer. towards the idea of owning an electric vehicle, but also towards greater awareness of the environmental impact of one’s choices. Sustainable mobility solutions – underlines the report – are particularly important for the new generations while the growing availability of charging stations as well as tech innovations and ever-increasing battery capacities represent further and important incentives.
The Accenture study notes that already today, 45 percent of car sharing providers have a fully electric fleet and that by 2025, the new vehicles will all be connected. Estimates for 2030 speak of at least 30 percent of cars with full-electric propulsion but for this to happen – the study writes – the industry must alleviate the concerns of customers on the topic of autonomy, reduce the high cost of batteries and ensure the total sustainability of electric vehicles. To successfully face these challenges, manufacturers will have to define a technological evolution strategy and develop dedicated platforms: “The 1920s will be the decade of the electrical transition with the combination of different elements. The debate is no longer about if, but rather about when and how quickly the change will take place “said Teodoro Lio, Automotive and Mobility Lead of Accenture Europe.
In short, e-mobility is the fulcrum of a revolution and a perspective element to current macro issues such as sharing, connectivity and the development of autonomous driving. The leading countries in the field of electric mobility are currently China, Europe, the United States and the report explains how the Chinese government is realizing its commitment to infrastructures, the development of the supply chain and substantial purchase incentives which, overall, make the China the largest EV market in the world.
Europe has also multiplied its investments in EV production (primarily with German car manufacturers) and in battery supply development (European Battery Alliance) while penalties for those who do not respect the emissions targets act as an effective deterrent.
The Accenture studio also deals with Italy, which is defining its own path “to remain relevant in the automotive landscape”, the multinational analysts write. Supported by the attention of the policy on the energy transition issue, the peninsula boasts numerous projects such as the pole for electric cars in the heart of the motor valley in which the Chinese manufacturer Faw will invest more than one billion euros and the largest Gigafactory in Europe (part of Italvolt) which will produce batteries for a consideration of 45GWh from 2024. To this is added the Joint Venture announced by Stellantis and Engie EPS which will dedicate itself to the construction of residential, corporate and public charging infrastructures and Vehicle-to-Grid technology.
Each challenge has its obstacles and that of electrified mobility, must deal with a still widespread skepticism towards electric vehicles and a production chain still in an evolutionary phase: “The emergence of electric vehicles brings with it complex challenges and convergence of players from different sectors, is one of the ways to face them in the best possible way ”comments Lio. “The recharging infrastructure – he continues – must focus on the end customer and his needs relating to range and methods of use. At the same time, the watertight sectors that often exist between manufacturers, utilities and energy producers must be overcome ”.
The new mobility ecosystem, Accenture predicts, will therefore have to include public services, charging infrastructure developers, new mobility service providers and battery manufacturers called upon to work together to ensure profitability even with still limited sales volumes. Equally important, in addition to making the electric vehicle economically competitive, is knowing how to lead the customer towards a new one customer journey electrified with specific contact channels and the guarantee of a new and sustainable experience throughout its life cycle from production to disposal.
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