The Electric LCV Market size is estimated at USD 32.15 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 151.80 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 36.40% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The population in urban areas is growing rapidly, owing to which, governments across the world are planning to ban diesel cars and vans. For instance,
With the growing demand for electric vehicles, business owners have started replacing their existing fleets to electric vehicles, and market players are announcing the expected launch of their new electric models. In 2019, Ford announced its plans to launch its mass-selling Transit commercial van in an electric variant, named as Transit EV, in the European market by 2021. Vans contribute 80% of the total light commercial vehicle sales in Europe.
Vans are used for a wide range of commercial activities, such as construction, postal and courier services, ambulance services, policing and rescue operations, mobile workshops, and passenger transportation.
Asia-Pacific is the hub of the electric vehicle industry, owing to the availability of cheap raw materials, low labor cost, presence of numerous industry players, large population, and government participation. For instance, the Chinese government spent around USD 60 billion to support the electric-vehicle industry, including R&D funding, tax exemptions, and financing for battery-charging stations.
Chinese players, after performing well in their local markets, are trying to expand their market presence in other countries. For instance, in 2019, BYD Group, China's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, introduced its two pure electric commercial vehicles in India, namely, T3 pure electric commercial logistics minivan and T3 pure electric passenger MPV.
Europe is gaining traction in the market with the help of electric vans, and major players in the market are launching new electric vans in the region. For instance,
In 2019, Renault Group launched two hydrogen-electric commercial vehicles, namely, MASTER Z.E. Hydrogen and KANGOO Z.E. Hydrogen. The company is also increasing its range of vehicles from 120 km to up to 350 km.
The electric LCV market is moderately consolidated, and it has a limited number of active players. The market is witnessing the launch of various new electric models by start-ups and established players. Some of the major players in the market are BYD Group, Nissan Motor Co., Renault Group, and Volkswagen AG, among others. The companies are expanding their presence by forming strategic alliances with other players in the market and launching new electric LCVs. For instance,
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