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In-Car Fridges Used by Just 5%: Time to Rethink the NEV Feature Race
The figure reignites debate over the growing number of features offered in Chinese electric cars, many of which are rarely used.
9 October 2026 1 min read 6 views
Only 5% of users make use of an in-car fridge. The figure, reported by Gasgoo, has reignited debate over the race among Chinese new-energy vehicle makers to add increasingly elaborate features.
Equipment such as refrigerators, screens and other accessories can raise cost, weight and complexity without providing practical benefits to most customers. For the Italian market, which is especially sensitive to efficiency and price, the issue suggests prioritizing useful technology and reliability over a long list of options.