How to Make Electric Cars Accessible to More Drivers

Electric cars can become a mass-market option only if the gap between purchase prices and household budgets narrows. Today, the issue is not just the upfront cost, but also access to charging and the strain on power grids.

To support the transition, targeted policies, widespread infrastructure and models better suited to daily use are needed. In Italy too, where incentives alone are not enough, the shift will depend on a denser charging network and truly competitive vehicles.