New Delhi, April 15 -- Infrastructural challenges, charging time and other factors remain a key concerns of Electric Vehicle (EV) buyers in India, as more than one-third of customers say the high cost of the vehicles and the cost of replacing the battery are major issues, said multinational professional services Deloitte in a report.

Among the emerging trends, the report notes that while global EV sales momentum has softened, affordability pressures are shaping consumer choices in India, prompting some to explore ICE options.

Despite this, interest in hybrids (21 percent) and BEVs (8 percent) persists.

Notably, 36 percent of consumers prioritise fast charging, underscoring rising expectations from EV infrastructure, the report says.

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