Asia’s EV revolution shifts into overdrive with Iran war oil shock

According to a news article published on April 20, 2026, Asia's electric vehicle (EV) adoption is accelerating due to the ongoing war in Iran. The conflict has created an oil shock, further incentivizing consumers to switch to EVs. The article highlights Prashant Tiwari, an early EV adopter at Fusemachines Nepal in Kathmandu, who is now seen as prescient by his colleagues. The rising cost and potential scarcity of gasoline are making petrol-run cars less appealing, leading to a broader consensus that EVs are a more sensible option for transportation in Asia. The shift towards EVs was already underway, but the Iranian war has significantly sped up the transition.