Mapping Electric Vehicle Research in Developing Economies: Insights into Sustainable Mobility and Green Transitions
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https://doi.org/10.53555/jaes.v21i3.62Keywords:
Electric Vehicles, Developing Economies, Bibliometric Analysis, Policy and Innovation, Vosviewer, BiblioshinyAbstract
Electric vehicles (EVs) represent a pivotal innovation in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and advancing sustainable mobility, particularly in developing economies where infrastructure, policy, and market readiness remain uneven. This study conducts a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to map the intellectual and thematic evolution of EV research in these regions, identifying key trends, influential authors, countries, and emerging themes that define the field. A total of 501 articles retrieved from Scopus and Web of Science databases were analyzed using VOSviewer and Biblioshiny, employing keyword co-occurrence and performance mapping techniques. The results reveal a sharp rise in EV-related research after 2020, reflecting growing academic and policy attention toward sustainable transport transitions. The thematic structure of the field highlights the importance of policy and incentive frameworks in driving adoption, the environmental and economic implications across the EV life cycle, the integration of renewable energy sources with EV infrastructure in thermally dependent economies, and the behavioral and socioeconomic factors influencing consumer adoption. Collectively, these research directions indicate a gradual shift from technology-centric approaches toward multidimensional strategies that combine innovation, governance, and consumer engagement. The study offers actionable recommendations for enhancing EV adoption through local manufacturing, renewable-powered infrastructure, and coordinated policy mechanisms. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and industry stakeholders seeking to accelerate sustainable mobility and inclusive green development in emerging economies.
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