Building the roads to Saudi Arabia's electric future (opens original article in a new tab)

Saudi Arabia's electric mobility transition is driven by strong consumer demand, with 79% planning to buy New Energy Vehicles, but challenges like range anxiety and high costs remain. The country is accelerating infrastructure development to support this shift, aiming to expand charging networks and improve public transport integration.

• 79% of Saudi consumers intend to buy a New Energy Vehicle (NEV) as their next car
• 50% of prospective buyers are concerned about range anxiety, 46% about high purchase prices, and 43% about long charging times
• Saudi Arabia aims to expand its charging network from 3 showrooms in 2025 to over 20 by 2026
• The country is focusing on building infrastructure that fits consumer lifestyles with convenient, reliable, and fast charging solutions
• Saudi consumers support electric buses, integrated networks, and Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) platforms