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Impact of Sustainability and innovation on Tesla market Growth
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Abstract
The market penetration of electric vehicles (EVs) is still below expectations, despite EVs
constraints and environmental pollution. This study presents a research model based on
the diffusion of innovation theory, which identifies a number of factors influencing the
adoption of EVs revenues. The model views EVs as innovative products that differ from
traditional fuel vehicles. The findings show that compatibility, complexity, and relative
and revenues of electric vehicles. Additionally, the findings imply that elements related to
the social and economic spheres—such as age and the risk of reputational damage and
financial subsidies—as well as the status symbol and reputational risk have a substantial
innovations' qualities. In theory, this study adds to the body of literature by offering a
and pointing out a number of important preconditions for such behavior. The results 6 of
this study can be used practically to encourage EV market penetration.
Introduction
Tesla is a multinational American company that designs, produces, and markets entirely
electric automobiles and trucks as well as 14 energy generation and storage systems.
Self-driving capabilities, supercharger stations, and car service centers are extra services.
The business was started in 2003 by Jeffrey B. and has its 5 headquarters in Palo Alto,
California, in the United States. Tesla, led by Marc Tarpenning, Martin Eberhard, Elon
Reeve Musk, and Straubel, is regarded as the industry leader in the production of electric
vehicles. 12 It was the first company to identify the market need for a vehicle that was
its solution. The company has an advantage over its rivals because it has integrated the
production of electrical energy using solar cells and other SolarCity products with its
vehicles. Tesla's vehicles are the outcome of persistent R&D spending combined with an
innovative mindset. The company's innovations have had such an impact that they have
altered the course taken by its rivals and the industry at large. Tesla has undoubtedly been
adopt a more sustainable and environmentally friendly strategy. Since Tesla was the first
automaker with an eye toward the future, the entire automotive industry was significantly
Research phenomenon
Examining the antecedents of consumer acceptance of electric vehicles. The results of the
relative advantage can effectively predict consumer decisions regarding electric vehicle
adoption. In addition, factors in the economic aspect (monetary subsidy and risk of price
reduction) and social aspect (status symbol and reputational risk) exert significant impact
theory and consumer acceptance of electric vehicles, and then seeks to examine the
specific factors that influence the perception of these innovation characteristics caused by
Suggested Reason
1- The resulting financial pressure has forced many regions to eliminate subsidies for the
2- The risk of price reduction affects the adoption of electric vehicles. The following
suggestions can be made to promote electric vehicle penetration. This must maintain
relatively stable market prices for electric vehicles. Although increasing prices is not a wise
decision, frequently reducing prices can have adverse consequences, such as a wait-and-
for consumers who purchased in the last year or six months. We believe these measures
can largely allay consumer concerns about the risk of price gouging.
3- The significant positive effect of smart features on EV adoption shows a new path to
facilitating EV market penetration. With the continuously increasing demand for high-quality
life, new technologies represented by artificial intelligence have recently found a wide
range of application scenarios in our daily life. Equipping with intelligent features is an
important advantage of EVs over FVs, bringing users a new driving experience and making
them feel more compatible and comfortable. Improving the sustainable performance of
electric vehicles deserves great attentionThe current study, has shown that fearing
sustainability risk is one of the key reasons people resist purchasing EVs.
4- The positive relationship between status symbols and EV adoption provides new ideas
for further EV market penetration. Inspired by previous research, we argue that electric
that there are no other possible mechanisms linking them together. Additionally, the
comparison between EVs and FVs tends to become more intense as EVs become more
Research Gap
“Tesla Motors Inc. employs the triple bottom line as a framework for
impact via its CSR initiatives. Tesla Motors Inc. focuses the analysis in three dimensions:
People •
When we analyzed Tesla using the Triple Bottom Line strategy, the results show that Tesla
cares about the safety and satisfaction of its customers. Gains an understanding of 2 how
low running costs, lack of oil or transmission fluid, and fewer brake repairs are among its
social advantages.
pollution. This is 2 because Tesla vehicles are primarily designed to be electric or hybrid
vehicles, which lessen reliance on fossil fuels like petroleum for transportation. There is
less of a need for coal-fired power plants thanks to its renewable energy sources. The
environment is not harmed by their batteries. Their recently installed Superchargers can
2 Profit
Founder and also CEO of Tesla Motor – Ellon Musk declared that Tesla is not focusing on
making profit and in fact, the profit of Tesla Motor for the last 5 years were always
negative, except 2020 (Tesla Inc, 2021). What make the company continues to move
forward and invest more such as the global sateline 5G network, is massive increase in
revenue. As the company continue to invest in massive projects such as the latest mega
battery factory in Texas, Tesla may continue to run with low level of net income It was
estimated that if someone invested in Tesla with Elon Musk in 2010, the stock value in
2021 will be worth $1.8 million which is 63% average annual return Certainly, investing in
Tesla is one of the most profitable investment option in the world for the last 10 year” (2)
Literature Review
“While this paper focuses on the environmental and sustainable aspects of corporate
reporting, specifically CO2 emission disclosures, it is also crucial to consider the following
conclusions. The need for sustainable transportation systems arose from the dynamic
increase in motorization and transportation demand. The greenhouse gas emissions from
the transportation sector are rising faster than those from other industries. Several metrics
and evaluations have been proposed for a better transportation system in terms of
performance, cost, and emission efficiency (Fan et al. 2018). Our current paradigm of
mobility is predicated on personal mobility, 1 car ownership, and the primary energy
source being fossil fuels. As mentioned earlier, these patterns of movement have reached
their limits and have made adverse external effects worse, especially in urban areas
environmental issues are the main indicator of this (Sari et al. 2021). These factors make it
player 4 in the electric vehicle market, Tesla can be helpful in this situation.
Diffusion of innovation theory (DOI) has become one of the most widely used models for
studying the process of innovation adoption over the past 30 years. There are five phases
(2) the persuasion phase in which favorable or unfavorable attitudes are established,
(3) the decision phase in which... A person carries out activities that lead to either deciding
(5) the confirmation phase in which the innovation is reinforced. Specifically for the
persuasion and decision phases, Labay and Kinnear suggest that innovation
with the existing values, previous experiences and needs of potential users” (2)
difficult to understand and use” (3) relative advantage, defined as “the degree to which an
innovation is perceived as better than the idea it replaces”; (4) Observability, defined as
Research Variables
Intervening / mediating (IIV) =Intelligent function, Risk of sustainability, Status symbol, Risk
of reputation
Research Hypothesis
This study created 1 a research model to look into the variables influencing consumers'
adoption of EVs, as seen in the Framework. Based on the DOI theory, we first suggest that
vehicle (EV). Of these, perceived relative advantage and compatibility have a positive
impact, while perceived complexity has a negative impact (H1–H3). Next, we suggest that
social and economic factors—such as status symbol and reputational risk—will have 4 a
qualities (H4–H7). These factors include financial subsidies and the possibility of price
reductions. In the following, the theories shown 1 in Figure 3 will be expanded upon.
The Effects of Perceived Innovation Characteristics on the Adoption of EVs
values, beliefs, habits, and experiences is known as compatibility. Prior research has
indicated that people are more likely to adopt technologies that they are compatible with.
Perceived compatibility, as it relates to this study, can be defined as how well EVs meet
individual needs. The task-technology fit theory states that when tasks and technologies
people feel at ease and are more likely to use the technology. When tasks and
technologies are not a good fit, however, people become stressed out and reject the
technology. Given this, it makes sense to assume that consumers who think EVs can fulfill
their daily requirements and complement their lifestyles will be more likely to adopt an EV;
if not, they will probably go with traditional FVs. In light of the conversation above, 1 we
learn, and use; it also reflects how easy users find an innovation to use overall. According
to the technology acceptance model, people's preference for simple technologies over
complex ones stems from their limited time and energy, making ease of use one of the
main factors influencing their intentions to adopt new technology. In this way, individuals
will view using EVs as challenging and develop a negative attitude toward them if they
experience excessive worry and anxiety. On the other hand, EV adopters are more likely to
be those who think the product is simple to use. Beyond this, a great deal of prior research
has consistently demonstrated that one of the main obstacles to the spread of new
indicator of innovation adoption when it comes to a thorough evaluation of the gains and
losses. The consumer value comparison between EVs and FVs is measured in this study.
This comparison only looks at which one is superior, even though each of them might have
disadvantages. For instance, EVs' unique benefits, such as their lower pricing, 1 lower
operating costs, higher energy efficiency, fewer polluting emissions, and relatively loose
Economic Aspect
is a crucial step in encouraging the global distribution of EVs. For instance, official data
demonstrates that annual sales of EVs in the Chinese market increased following the
proposal of the subsidy policy in 2013, but that the growth rate slowed down starting in
2018 as a result of the government's 2017 adjustment to the subsidy policies. While it is
evident that financial subsidies have a positive impact on consumers' intentions to buy
In this work, we suggest that the way in which innovation characteristics are perceived
could serve as a connecting factor. First of all, according to the theory of conservation of
resources, people naturally prefer to save resources like food, water, and money. Monetary
subsidies save people money and cut down on transportation costs, which is very
consistent 1 with their awareness of the need to conserve resources. As a result, we think
that financial subsidies can improve the compatibility perception of consumers. Second,
financial subsidies contribute to lessening the obstacles associated with EV adoption. One
way to make using EVs more convenient is to install charging stations around the house
with the money you save. However, monetary subsidies are given 1 by the government,
whose legitimacy can greatly allay user concerns because the government will be eager to
assist them in overcoming the challenges associated with using EVs. Lastly, the
Particularly in this age of fast technological advancement, the cost of production for EVs is
unpredictable, and their pricing varies more than that of FVs. For instance, over the
previous two years, Tesla, the largest EV manufacturer in the world, has reduced its selling
prices multiple times in China. Consequently, some people openly refer to Tesla owners as
"leeks.". This phenomenon, while purely humorous, illustrates the possibility 1 of price
reduction that buyers of electric vehicles may encounter. Price reduction specifically means
that consumers' preference for value preservation and appreciation will not be satisfied
because the value of the goods they purchase now will be less valuable later on. People
become uneasy when 5 there is a chance of a price reduction, which lowers their
compatibility score. Meanwhile, consumers must carefully consider their options before
has also shown that consumers' negative feelings, like regret and remorse, can be readily
triggered by price uncertainty. Therefore, there is a chance that price reductions will make
the adoption of EVs more difficult. Ultimately, it is widely acknowledged that consumers
benefit from stable prices because they typically 1 do not want to see the price of their
purchases decrease over time. This makes it difficult to argue that EVs with a high chance
Social Aspect
The ideas that associate EVs with one's perceived social standing—which is determined by
demonstrated that status symbols play a significant role in driving 1 consumer purchasing
intentions and behaviors. For instance, a survey conducted by Pojani et al. revealed that
the majority of teenagers in Tirana plan to buy cars because they are seen as a necessary
and powerful status symbol, even those who don't particularly enjoy driving or owning cars.
The CEOs of Li and NiO have also made a point of highlighting the high-end positioning of
their EVs in China, which can certainly create a noble status symbol. In the context of this
because these symbols are part of an individual's social capital and increase the
perception of compatibility. Additionally, because EVs are relatively new compared to FVs,
EV owners themselves tend to feel like innovators. Regarding 8 perceived complexity, the
theory of limited attention leads us to assume that the benefits will offset the draw of
negative outcomes for consumers and make up for the complexity of electric vehicles.
Lastly, the status symbol definitely boosts 1 the relative advantage of EVs as a unique
form of perceived value, whereas traditional FVs are too common to qualify as a status
Even though EVs can be a desirable status symbol, they may also experience unfavorable
social consequences, which this study defined as the reputation risk. People who drive
electric vehicles (EVs) may face social exclusion as EV drivers are perceived by some as
outdated, given that fuel-efficient vehicles (FVs) continue to dominate the market [87].
Meanwhile, discrimination against EV owners may result from the inherent drawbacks of
EVs, such as their short battery life and difficult charging. Additionally, because financial
subsidies are exclusive to EVs and electricity is far less expensive than gasoline, there
might be a cognitive bias in society that EV owners are impoverished and that their goal is
to save transportation expenses. Owners' opinions of their own compatibility with EVs and
the other relative advantages EVs have over FVs are weakened as a result of these
incorrect perceptions of EVs having a negative social reputation. Moreover, the theory of
planned behavior suggests that human behavior, including the adoption of EVs [28], is
largely determined by subjective norms [88]. In this regard, EV owners will surely face
more social pressures due to the reputation risk, which defies social norms and raises the
Conceptual Framework
Research Hypothesis
Hypothesis 1 (H1). The higher the compatibility the higher the consumer revenue of Evs .
Hypothesis 2 (H2). The higher the complexity is the lower consumer revenue of Evs .
Hypothesis 3 (H3). The higher the relative advantage the higher consumer revenue of Evs.
Hypothesis 4a (H4a). The higher the Monetary subsidy the higher compatibility.
Hypothesis 4b (H4b). The higher Monetary subsidy the lower the complexity.
Hypothesis 4c (H4c). The higher the Monetary subsidy the higher the relative advantage.
Hypothesis 5a (H5a). The higher 1 the Risk of price reduction the lower the compatibility.
Hypothesis 5b (H5b). The higher the Risk of price reduction the higher the complexity.
Hypothesis 5c (H5c). The higher the Risk of price reduction the lower relative advantage.
Hypothesis 6a (H6a). The higher the Status symbol the higher the compatibility.
Hypothesis 6b (H6b). The higher the Status symbol the lower the complexity.
Hypothesis 6c (H6c). The higher the Status symbol the higher the relative advantage.
Hypothesis 7a (H7a). The higher Risk of reputation the lower the compatibility.
Hypothesis 7b (H7b). The higher Risk of reputation the higher the complexity.
Hypothesis 7c (H7c). The higher Risk of reputation the lower the relative advantage.
Research Question
How mature are automotive organizations in putting their sustainability initiatives into
practice?
How 3 can the automotive industry make sure that major sustainability drivers like
supporting a circular economy and using electric vehicles live up to their promises?
What can automotive organizations learn from leading players who are at the forefront of
sustainability?
What are the actions taken by 16 original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and their
suppliers to ensure that the entire automotive value chain is sustainable, from ethical metal
• Secondary data source used from Tesla website and the reports published on the internet
consumer’s adoption of EV’s generally and Tesla usage specifically and to measure the
sustainability awareness through people.
Method:
• We used surveys to collect the quantitative data and observation methods to collect data
Technique:
quality, Innovation adoption and sustainability awareness, and Questionnaires with direct
Tools:
For statistical analysis, (SAS ) program is used to give us a descriptive data about
For Descriptive statistical analysis, As Questionnaires are used, the mean is measured
Advantages:
? Case Study: Tesla can serve as a prominent case study due to its high visibility and
Challenges:
? Generalizability: While Tesla is a significant player, 15 its unique business model and
? Focus: Including Tesla might divert attention from other important aspects of sustainable
technology, depending
Advantages:
? Focus: Excluding Tesla can allow for a deeper dive into other companies or sectors
? Data Consistency: If data availability is a major concern, excluding Tesla might ensure a
? Avoiding Bias: Excluding Tesla can help mitigate potential biases associated with the
Challenges:
? Missing a Key Player: Excluding Tesla might overlook a significant contributor to the field
of sustainable technology.
? Limited Perspective: Without Tesla, your research might lack a comprehensive view of
? Public Perception: Excluding Tesla might raise questions about the study's relevance
and comprehensiveness.
The population level unit 7 in the context of Tesla sustainable technology research refers
to the specific group of individuals or entities that the research aims to study. This could
include:
? General population: This broader unit includes individuals who may not own a Tesla but
are affected by the company's actions, such as residents living near Tesla factories or
charging stations.
population of Tesla employees can provide insights into the company's internal
? Tesla stakeholders: This includes investors, suppliers, government officials, and other
Level of Analysis
The level of analysis determines the focus of the research, whether it's on individuals,
? Group level: Analyzing the dynamics and interactions within specific groups, such as
? System level: 1 Assessing the impact of Tesla's technology on broader systems, such
? Geographic Limitations:
? Market Penetration: The function could model the saturation point of electric vehicles in
a specific geographic region, considering factors like population density, infrastructure, and
charging availability.
? Resource Availability: It could represent the constraints on raw material supply for
? Technological Limitations:
? Battery Capacity: The function could model the maximum energy storage capacity
and capacity.
? Manufacturing Capacity: The function could model the production constraints of electric
? Economic Limitations:
? Consumer Affordability: The function could represent the impact of income levels and
? Investment Constraints: It could model the availability of capital for research and
Geographic and time factors are crucial in understanding the dynamics of Tesla's
sustainable technology.
? Geographic Factors:
? Resource Availability: The distribution of critical minerals for battery production is uneven
across the globe.
consumption.
? Time Factors:
? Market Trends: Consumer preferences and buying behavior change over time.
? Policy Changes: Government regulations and incentives can impact 4 the electric
collecting data from every single individual, vehicle, or component related to the research
? All Tesla vehicles produced: Collecting data on every vehicle's battery performance,
? Every Tesla customer: Gathering information on driving habits, charging behavior, and
satisfaction levels.
sustainable practices.
? Time-consuming and costly: Collecting data from every single unit is often impractical
? Data management: Handling and analyzing vast amounts of data can be complex and
features, and customer base, making it difficult to maintain a complete and up-to-date
census.
intensive.
Sampling
Sampling involves selecting a 9 subset of the population to represent the entire group.
This approach is more feasible and efficient for most research projects.
? Stratified sampling: Dividing the population into subgroups (e.g., by geographic location,
vehicle model, or customer demographics) and then randomly selecting from each group.
? Convenience sampling: Selecting individuals or data points that are easily accessible.
Importance of Sampling:
? Cost-effective: Sampling reduces the time and resources required for data collection.
? Representative: With proper sampling techniques, a sample can accurately reflect the
? Sample size: Determining the appropriate sample size is crucial for ensuring the results
? Sampling method: Choosing the right sampling method 13 depends on the research
? Data quality: Ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the collected data is essential for
can be used.
By carefully considering the 6 advantages and limitations of both complete census and
sampling, researchers can select the most appropriate approach for their Tesla sustainable
technology research.
# Values Users
# Life style
#Interstets
# Personality trials
Total #
Population
sample
Population
Sample
Population
Sample
Population
Sample
Population
Sample
Response rate
523
5.23
1469.63
6,024
60.24
16927.44
1,272
12.72
3574.32
2,181
21.81
6128.61
10,000
281
95%
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