Research Methodology – Electric Utility Vehicle Market
At Straits Research, we adopt a rigorous 360° research approach that integrates both primary and secondary research methodologies. This ensures accuracy, reliability, and actionable insights for stakeholders. Our methodology for the Electric Utility Vehicle Market comprises the following key stages:
Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis
Our baseline thesis for the Electric Utility Vehicle Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:
1 Factors considered while calculating market size and share
- The current number of manufacturers and vendors in the market
- Sales volume of electric utility vehicles
- Pricing trends of electric utility vehicles
- Market penetration of electric utility vehicles
- Revenue generated from the sales of electric utility vehicles
- Demand and supply of electric utility vehicles
- Global and regional economic conditions affecting the market
- Technological advancements in the manufacturing of electric utility vehicles
- Investments made in the sector of electric utility vehicles
- Government policies and regulations for electric vehicles
2 Key Market Indicators
- GDP growth rate of the countries
- Population growth rate
- Rate of urbanization
- Changes in consumer behavior towards electric vehicles
- Technological advancements rate in electric vehicles industry
- Electric vehicle infrastructure availability
- Government policies and initiatives promoting e-mobility
- Environmental awareness and attitudes towards sustainable solutions
- Credit availability for purchasing electric vehicles
3 Growth Trends
- Increasing adoption of electric vehicles due to environmental concerns
- Continuous technological advancements in EV technology
- Growth in the number of electric vehicle charging infrastructure
- Increasing investment in the electric vehicle industry by major automotive companies
- Rising government initiatives promoting electric vehicles
- Increasing shift towards renewable energy for vehicle charging
- Integration of artificial intelligence in electric vehicles
- Advancement in battery technology
Secondary Research
Our secondary research forms the foundation of market understanding and scope definition. We collect and analyze information from multiple reliable sources to map the overall ecosystem of the Electric Utility Vehicle Market. Key inputs include:
Company-Level Information
- Annual reports, investor presentations, SEC filings
- Company press releases and product launch announcements
- Public executive interviews and earnings calls
- Strategy briefings and M&A updates
Industry and Government Sources
- Country-level industry associations and trade bodies
- Government dossiers, policy frameworks, and official releases
- Whitepapers, working papers, and public R&D initiatives
- Relevant Associations for the Electric Utility Vehicle Market
Market Intelligence Sources
- Broker reports and financial analyst coverage
- Paid databases (Hoovers, Factiva, Refinitiv, Reuters, Statista, etc.)
- Import/export trade data and tariff databases
- Sector-specific journals, magazines, and news portals
Macro & Consumer Insights
- Global macroeconomic indicators and their cascading effect on the industry
- Demand–supply outlook and value chain analysis
- Consumer behaviour, adoption rates, and commercialization trends
Primary Research
To validate and enrich our secondary findings, we conduct extensive primary research with industry stakeholders across the value chain. This ensures we capture both qualitative insights and quantitative validation. Our primary research includes:
Expert Insights & KOL Engagements
- Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagements
- Structured interviews with executives, product managers, and domain experts
- Paid and barter-based interviews across manufacturers, distributors, and end-users
Focused Discussions & Panels
- Discussions with stakeholders to validate demand-supply gaps
- Group discussions on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and adoption barriers
Data Validation & Business POV
- Cross-verification of market sizing and forecasts with industry insiders
- Capturing business perspectives on growth opportunities and restraints
Data Triangulation & Forecasting
The final step of our research involves data triangulation ensuring accuracy through cross-verification of:
- Demand-side analysis (consumption patterns, adoption trends, customer spending)
- Supply-side analysis (production, capacity, distribution, and market availability)
- Macroeconomic & microeconomic impact factors
Forecasting is carried out using proprietary models that combine:
- Time-series analysis
- Regression and correlation studies
- Baseline modeling
- Expert validation at each stage
Outcome
The outcome is a comprehensive and validated market model that captures:
- Market sizing (historical, current, forecast)
- Growth drivers and restraints
- Opportunity mapping and investment hotspots
- Competitive positioning and strategic insights