“You just notice because of all the craziness in the world that there is more and more demand for cheaper driving,” says Nick Jorritsma, manager at Van Driel. Demand for smaller electric cars in particular has increased sharply in recent months.
“You can see that in the internet requests and showroom visits, it is really booming now,” says Jorritsma. Models in the price range between ten and twelve thousand euros are particularly popular. Larger versions and sporty models lag behind.
This shift is clearly visible on the site of Van Driel BV in Hoofddorp. Where previously there were mainly fuel cars, there are now more and more electric models. Customer behavior is also changing. They no longer just come to orientate themselves, but increasingly know exactly what they are looking for. “You notice that people are really ready for it.”
