Technology Perception, Marketing Mix, and Customer Satisfaction Experience Affecting the Purchase Decision of Electric Vehicles in the Digital Era

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Tanachat Pratoomsawat

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This research article aims to 1) study the level of technological awareness, marketing mix, customer satisfaction experience, and electric vehicle (EV) purchase decisions in the digital age, and 2) compare the EV purchase decisions in the digital age among consumers with different personal characteristics. A quantitative research method was used, with a sample of 400 residents of Bangkok obtained through convenient sampling. The research instrument was a questionnaire, The quality control of the instrument by all three experts resulted in a total validity and reliability of 0.887, indicating a very high level of reliability. Statistical analyses included frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test, The results showed that overall, technological awareness, marketing mix, customer satisfaction experience, and EV purchase decisions in the digital age were at a high level. EV purchase decisions in the digital age, respectively. Hypothesis testing revealed that there were statistically significant differences (p < .05) in EV purchase decisions among sample groups based on age, education level, occupation, and average monthly income, while gender and marital status did not significantly affect purchasing decisions. This research reflects that digital-age consumers consider not only the technology of electric vehicles but also the actual user experience. Convenience, value for money, after-sales service, and brand image are all included.

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