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Electric vehicle adoption in China's post-subsidy era: a mixed-methods study of non-fiscal incentives

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  • Haomin Fu

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As governments transition from providing fiscal subsidies for electric vehicles (EVs), this study evaluates the effectiveness of non-fiscal incentives in China's post-subsidy era. We utilised an explanatory sequential mixed-methods design, combining a difference-in-differences-in-differences (DDD) analysis of 45 cities (2013 to 2022) with comparative case studies. The quantitative results indicate that road priority and charging infrastructure significantly boost EV sales, with road priority being more effective, particularly in cities with restrictions on conventional vehicles. Qualitative findings reveal that policy success depends on the credible implementation and systemic redesign of the urban mobility ecosystem. Taken together, these findings suggest that a strategic shift from direct financial aid to systemic regulatory and infrastructural design is critical for fostering sustainable EV adoption.

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  • Haomin Fu, 2026. "Electric vehicle adoption in China's post-subsidy era: a mixed-methods study of non-fiscal incentives," International Journal of Automotive Technology and Management, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 26(6), pages 20-46.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijatma:v:26:y:2026:i:6:p:20-46
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