A Qualitative Study of the Intention to Use Smart Hybrid Electric Vehicles in an Oil-Rich Country

Abstract

Current research aims to investigate the experts' opinions on the key factors (KFs) influencing the intention to use smart hybrid electric vehicles (SHEV). The objective is to systematically compile the psychological, social, and cultural attributes and present a comprehensive taxonomy of these key factors. The study employs a content analysis approach to compile experts' opinions addressing key factors related to the intention to use SHEV in an oil-rich economy. Through an in-depth analysis of the identified key factors in interviews, a taxonomy comprising 40 key codes is formulated. These codes are classified into ten main themes. The significance of this study lies in the development of a taxonomy that organizes knowledge, provides a common language, and offers researchers a conceptual framework for clear navigation and easier comprehension when categorizing key factors and establishing relationships between these categories.