The evolution of electric and hybrid vehicles and their influence on sustainable transport: A review and future research lines

This study presents a systematic review of the academic literature on electric and hybrid vehicles, their ecosystems, and supporting infrastructure over the period 2008–2024. Using the PRISMA methodology, the research evaluates related studies, exploring trends and developments in charging infrastru...

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Main Authors: Alberto-Tomas Delso-Vicente, Marisol-Carvajal Camperos, Margarita Almonacid-Durán
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Published: Elsevier 2025-05-01
Series:Sustainable Technology and Entrepreneurship
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773032825000057
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description This study presents a systematic review of the academic literature on electric and hybrid vehicles, their ecosystems, and supporting infrastructure over the period 2008–2024. Using the PRISMA methodology, the research evaluates related studies, exploring trends and developments in charging infrastructure, lithium batteries, and the integration of renewable energy, as well as the regulatory and environmental challenges faced by the sector. This work is both novel and significant as it provides a comprehensive and systematic perspective on the most relevant research in the field of electric and hybrid vehicles. Unlike previous studies that often focus on specific aspects, such as life cycle analysis, circular economy, or thermal management of batteries, this review adopts a holistic approach. The analysis of the literature highlights the exponential growth of charging infrastructure and technological progress in lithium batteries, while underscoring persistent challenges related to standardisation and sustainability. The findings suggest the need for policies that foster public-private collaboration, diversify lithium sources, and integrate renewable energy, enabling an equitable transition to sustainable mobility.
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spelling doaj-art-3931b14ca4b44e39b055cb39b31d0b402025-02-09T05:01:47ZengElsevierSustainable Technology and Entrepreneurship2773-03282025-05-0142100100The evolution of electric and hybrid vehicles and their influence on sustainable transport: A review and future research linesAlberto-Tomas Delso-Vicente0Marisol-Carvajal Camperos1Margarita Almonacid-Durán2Department of Business Economics, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Paseo de los artilleros s/n, 38, Vicálvaro, Madrid 28032, Spain; Corresponding author.Department of Business Economics, King Juan Carlos University (URJC), Campus de Madrid-Vicálvaro, paseo de los artilleros s/n, Madrid 28032, SpainDepartment of Business Economics, King Juan Carlos University (URJC), Campus de Madrid-Vicálvaro, paseo de los artilleros s/n, Madrid 28032, SpainThis study presents a systematic review of the academic literature on electric and hybrid vehicles, their ecosystems, and supporting infrastructure over the period 2008–2024. Using the PRISMA methodology, the research evaluates related studies, exploring trends and developments in charging infrastructure, lithium batteries, and the integration of renewable energy, as well as the regulatory and environmental challenges faced by the sector. This work is both novel and significant as it provides a comprehensive and systematic perspective on the most relevant research in the field of electric and hybrid vehicles. Unlike previous studies that often focus on specific aspects, such as life cycle analysis, circular economy, or thermal management of batteries, this review adopts a holistic approach. The analysis of the literature highlights the exponential growth of charging infrastructure and technological progress in lithium batteries, while underscoring persistent challenges related to standardisation and sustainability. The findings suggest the need for policies that foster public-private collaboration, diversify lithium sources, and integrate renewable energy, enabling an equitable transition to sustainable mobility.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773032825000057Literature reviewElectric vehiclesCharging infrastructureData scienceRenewable energySustainable electric mobility
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The evolution of electric and hybrid vehicles and their influence on sustainable transport: A review and future research lines
Sustainable Technology and Entrepreneurship
Literature review
Electric vehicles
Charging infrastructure
Data science
Renewable energy
Sustainable electric mobility
title The evolution of electric and hybrid vehicles and their influence on sustainable transport: A review and future research lines
title_full The evolution of electric and hybrid vehicles and their influence on sustainable transport: A review and future research lines
title_fullStr The evolution of electric and hybrid vehicles and their influence on sustainable transport: A review and future research lines
title_full_unstemmed The evolution of electric and hybrid vehicles and their influence on sustainable transport: A review and future research lines
title_short The evolution of electric and hybrid vehicles and their influence on sustainable transport: A review and future research lines
title_sort evolution of electric and hybrid vehicles and their influence on sustainable transport a review and future research lines
topic Literature review
Electric vehicles
Charging infrastructure
Data science
Renewable energy
Sustainable electric mobility
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