Consumer Adoption Rates in Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Development in Lagos, Nigeria 2003

This study examines consumer adoption rates of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in Lagos, Nigeria, focusing on the development and acceptance of EV technology. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining quantitative survey data with qualitative interviews to gather insights from a representative sample of Lagos residents who own or are interested in owning EVs. The survey revealed that 75% of respondents were willing to install at least one charging station on their premises if it offered fast-charging capabilities. However, only 40% currently use public charging stations due to concerns about availability and reliability. Despite initial resistance, there is clear potential for increased consumer adoption of EV charging infrastructure in Lagos if barriers are addressed through better planning and community engagement initiatives. Policy recommendations include implementing a standardised network of fast-charging stations across the city and engaging with local communities to promote understanding and acceptance of EV technology. The maintenance outcome was modelled as Y₈ₓ=₀+₁X₈ₓ+uᵢ+₈ₓ, with robustness checked using heteroskedasticity-consistent errors.