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GWI Automotive

Here you can find a summary of what changed in each wave of GWI Automotive, including any key updates that could impact your analyses.

For a broader overview of the GWI Automotive data set β€” including methodology, coverage, and key features β€” visit our Understanding GWI Automotive article, where you can also download the questionnaire for the latest wave.


Q1 2026

Additions to GWI Automotive for Q1 2026 include:

  • Expanded our 65+ coverage in the Germany, France and Italy

  • Two brand renames:

    • Total EV Charge > TotalEnergies Charging

    • Be Charge > Plenitude On the Road

  • A new question on tarrif impact and car-buying behavior for US respondents

  • "AI chat/search tools" now tracked as a Car Research Source in the car research and purchase journey

  • "Changing government incentives / regulations" added to EVs Disadvantages

  • BP Pulse now included in the charging provider tracker for the US

  • New models added across France and the UK

    • KIA EV4, Mazda6e, Ford Capri EV, Dacia Bigster, and CUPRA models

Click here to see this wave of GWI Automotive on the platform.

Q1 2025

Additions to GWI Automotive for Q1 2025 include:

  • Expanded our 65+ coverage in the US and the UK

  • A new question on the awareness of car brands

    • We have added over 70 new car brands to the awareness section

Click here to see this wave of GWI Automotive on the platform.

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