A prominent electric vehicle company founder has defied industry expectations by arguing that traditional petrol-powered cars will remain dominant in the long term, citing ongoing consumer demand and infrastructure challenges for full electrification. The executive highlights concerns over battery technology limitations, charging network gaps, and the environmental impact of mining critical minerals as key obstacles to widespread EV adoption. While acknowledging the role of electric vehicles in reducing emissions, the founder emphasizes that hybrid and petrol engines will continue to play a crucial role in the automotive sector. The comments come amid growing debate over the pace and feasibility of transitioning entirely to electric mobility.


EV company founder says petrol power is the future  CarExpert