Electric Vehicles Go Big [Infographic]

A few years ago, you might have pictured the typical electric vehicle as a futuristically designed compact car zooming through an urban landscape, likely in Europe or China. But, as data from the International Energy Agency shows, the EVs that actually roam the streets in an increasing array of markets have gone up in size, now comprising a high number of SUVs, large cars and crossovers.

The numbers also show how the real or perceived need to drive a larger vehicle is more widespread in some nations. While electric trucks and SUVs fill an important niche, the ongoing trend towards larger EVs is undermining the sustainability aspect of these cars to a certain degree.