A Bibliometric Analysis of the Research on Electromobility and Its Implications for Kuwait

This article examines the evolution of the most extensively researched subjects in e-mobility during the previous two decades. The objective of this analysis is to identify the lessons that the State of Kuwait, which is falling behind other nations in terms of e-mobility, can learn from in its efforts to adopt electric vehicles (EVs). To strengthen the body of knowledge and determine the most effective and efficient route to an “EV-ready” nation, the authors compiled data on the latest developments in the EV industry. A bibliometric analysis was performed on 3962 articles using VOSviewer software, which identified six noteworthy clusters that warranted further discussion. Additionally, we examined the sequential progression of these clusters as follows: (1) the environmental ramifications of electric mobility; (2) advancements in EV technology, including range extension and soundless engines, as well as the capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operating expenditure (OPEX) of purchasing and operating EVs; (3) concerns regarding the effectiveness and durability of EV batteries; (4) the availability of EV charging stations and grid integration; (5) charging time; and, finally, (6) the origin and source of the energy used in the development of e-mobility. Delineating critical aspects in the development of e-mobility can help to equip policymakers and decision makers in Kuwait in formulating timely and economical choices pertaining to sustainable transportation. This study contributes by cross-walking six global bibliometric clusters to Kuwait’s ten EV adoption barriers and mapping each to actionable policy levers, linking evidence to deployment guidance for an emerging market grid. Unlike prior bibliometric overviews, our analysis is Kuwait-specific and heat-contextual, and it reports each cluster’s size and recency to show where the field is moving. Using Kuwait driving logs, we found that summer (avg 43.2 °C) reduced the effective full-charge range by 24% versus pre-winter (approximately 244 km vs. 321 km), underscoring the need for shaded PV-coupled hyper-hubs and active thermal management. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.