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illuminem summarises for you the essential news of the day. Read the full piece on The Washington Post or enjoy below:
🗞️ Driving the news: Electric vehicles (EVs) have historically been skewed toward male buyers, but women are increasingly embracing EVs and advocating for greater inclusivity in the industry
• Despite being more environmentally conscious, women have been less likely to purchase EVs, due to factors like high costs, lack of public charging infrastructure, and male-centric marketing
• However, women are driving efforts to close the gender gap in the EV market through social media campaigns and community-building efforts
🔭 The context: Women are more likely than men to express concern about climate change, which makes EVs a natural choice
• However, the early marketing and enthusiast culture around EVs, which often emphasized technology and male icons like Elon Musk, created barriers for female consumers
• As EVs have become more mainstream and affordable, the gender gap has narrowed, but it remains significant, with men still twice as likely to own an EV as women
🌍 Why it matters for the planet: Encouraging women to buy EVs is key to achieving broader climate goals, as EVs are not only better for the environment but also cheaper to maintain than gas-powered cars
• Women, who often manage household budgets, could help accelerate the adoption of EVs, making the transition to cleaner energy more accessible and widespread
• The push to make EV ownership more inclusive aligns with the global need for greater climate action and broader participation in sustainable technologies
⏭️ What's next: As women continue to advocate for EVs, industry stakeholders are addressing key barriers such as public charging infrastructure, safety concerns, and the traditionally male-dominated car culture
• By creating more women-friendly spaces, both online and in person, the EV industry hopes to broaden its appeal and accelerate the shift away from fossil fuel-dependent transportation
💬 One quote: "I really want to portray that driving an EV … is not just for the men out there, it’s for everyone," said Ashlea Wooten-Chapple, founder of the Mustang Mach-E Girls Club
📈 One stat: Men are twice as likely as women to own an electric vehicle, a trend that is slowly shifting as more women embrace EV ownership
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