Sales of environmentally friendly cars are growing in Ecuador

The popularity of electric vehicles in recent decades may make us think that their origins are relatively recent, but it was in 1881 when Gustave Trouvé presented the first electric vehicle powered exclusively by electricity: a three-wheeler with a maximum speed of 12 km/h hours and an autonomy of 26 km.

With the rise of environmentally friendly cars from September 9, 2020 on International Electric Vehicle Day, with the aim of making new generations aware of the importance of using sustainable or electric cars. This initiative was promoted by the companies ABB and Green TV to raise awareness of the importance of electric mobility and its positive impact on environmental conservation.

The Andean Electromobility Route caravan arrived in Quito to demonstrate its technological advances and benefits

In Ecuador, according to figures from the Association of Automotive Companies of Ecuador (Aeade), this is the segment that has shown the most growth. from January to August 2023 with 60% more turnover compared to the same period last yeardriven by the selling 7,262 units this year against 4,710 in 2022. Moreover, at the last AutoShow in Guayaquil it was the one that showed the most novelties, since of the more than 22 new models launched, more than half came from this segment.

One of the brands that has invested the most in this new mobility model is KIA. José Antonio Errazuriz, deputy general manager of Aekia, mentions that the South Korean brand opened the electric mobility market in 2016 with the Soul EV model. In the first year after launch, they sold 51 units of the 100% electric Soul EV in the Ecuadorian market. .

Errazuriz says so The arrival of 100% electric vehicles was not only a historic milestone for the country, but a tangible contribution to the issue of environmental care and urban mobility in cities. Moreover, he adds that in this way a new savings option was presented to customers, due to low energy consumption, maintenance every 20,000 km, among other things

Another company that is the world leader in the field of electromobility is the Chinese giant BYD. This Asian brand strengthens its electric vehicle portfolio for this year, says Santiago Mena, brand manager from BYD Auto Ecuador.

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“Because we were active in the first year and analyzed the reservation phase, consumers were more inclined towards the SUV segment, where we found significant market demand. However, our proposal is to offer a complete portfolio of new energy vehicles. The plan was to be present with different models covering the main segments of the industry, in such a way that everyone can find the perfect car that suits his or her needs. needs and expectations,” Mena explains.

Advantages

Mena emphasizes that there are several benefits, such as the impact and contribution to the environment that each of us can generate by migrating to a sustainable mobility option.

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What is the maintenance of electric cars?

Errazuriz explains that the maintenance of an electric car is carried out every 20,000 km, which reduces maintenance costs. These checks include replacing the air filter and brake fluids, inspecting the electrical system, and routine checks of basic components such as tire rotation and the braking system. The director adds that corrective maintenance of mechanical parts should be considered.

Advantages

Juan Francisco Molina, brand manager Chevrolet Ecuador lists the benefits a customer receives when purchasing an electric vehicle.

Charging points

KIA has started installing more than 66 charging points for the brand’s electric vehicles nationwide in Pichincha, Guayas, Galapagos, Azuay, Tungurahua, Manabí, Loja, Imbabura, Cotopaxi and Chimborazo. (JO)