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Overcoming Critical Barriers to Electric Vehicle Development: A Comparative Analysis Using Fuzzy DEMATEL and Fuzzy AHP

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  • Shahboz Zayniddinov
  • Serhat Yüksel
  • Hasan Dinçer

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Electrical vehicles have been identified as a main component in reducing future emissions and energy consumption in the mobility sector. This study aims to identify the most critical obstacles to the development of electric vehicles. In this context, an analysis is established using the fuzzy DEMATEL technique. In addition, a comparative analysis is carried out using the fuzzy AHP method. The findings can pave the way for the investors for their strategic management. The main contribution of this study is that a new model is created for the minimization of the problems regarding electrical vehicles. It is concluded that range anxiety is the most significant barrier for the improvements of the electrical vehicles. Similar to this issue, long charging times also play an important role in this framework. On the other side, inadequate charging infrastructure, second-hand value concerns, and the high initial purchase costs have the lower weights in comparison with other determinants. In addition to them, a comparative evaluation has also been performed by using fuzzy AHP methodology. It is also identified that the results of both fuzzy DEMATEL and fuzzy AHP are the same. This situation gives information about the reliability of the findings. Governments and local authorities should provide public investment and private sector incentives for the installation of fast-charging stations across the country, especially on highways, in urban centers, and in rural areas. Financial support, tax breaks or low-interest loans should be offered to electric vehicle owners to install charging units in their homes and workplaces. Research funds should be provided for university-industry collaborations and technology initiatives to develop long-range and short-charge battery technologies.

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  • Shahboz Zayniddinov & Serhat Yüksel & Hasan Dinçer, 2025. "Overcoming Critical Barriers to Electric Vehicle Development: A Comparative Analysis Using Fuzzy DEMATEL and Fuzzy AHP," Journal of Sustainable Development Issues (JOSDI), SDIjournals, vol. 3(1), pages 14-21, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:arv:journl:v:3:y:2025:i:1:p:14-21
    DOI: 10.62433/josdi.v3i1.42
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