WHAT ONLINE CONSUMERS ARE SAYING ABOUT ELECTRIC VEHICLES – AND HOW THE 2022 MODELS STACK UP A Synthesio Report Author: Emma HuffThe automotive industry has faced significant disruption over the past few years; supply chain issues have left little inventory and long wait-times for shoppers, and electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers have disrupted the standard dealership purchase journey with new direct-to-consumer models. Meanwhile, global trends in sustainability and climate consciousness have brought conversations about EVs to the fore. According to a recent study from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicle sales in the US increased in 2021 – and now surpass 10% of all light-duty vehicle sales. Much of this increase is attributed to new manufacturer offerings from established companies like BMW and Chevrolet and, of course, Tesla. In 2021, manufacturers brought 126 new hybrid and electric vehicle models to market, versus only 49 internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle models. But not all consumers are sold on the benefits or practicality of EVs. To understand how the EV trend is evolving and who the audience segment reall