ADAC study reveals mixed transport satisfaction in German cities

A study by the ADAC involving 11,600 participants across 29 medium-sized German cities shows a divide in transport satisfaction. While pedestrians, cyclists, and public transport users report generally high levels of satisfaction, motorists express significant frustration. Drivers cited construction sites, traffic jams, road conditions, e-scooters, cyclists, and high parking fees as primary sources of dissatisfaction.

The overall satisfaction index for these cities fell from 21 to 17 points compared to 2021. Münster was ranked as the city with the highest satisfaction, while Oberhausen ranked lowest.

In a separate survey of over 1,000 electric vehicle users, 97 percent of respondents reported being satisfied or very satisfied with their e-cars. Most users found the transition to electric driving easy. However, some noted discrepancies between manufacturer range specifications and actual performance, particularly regarding temperature fluctuations. Regarding infrastructure, nearly two-thirds of users are satisfied with Germany's public charging stations, though approximately one-quarter criticized the transparency and cost of electricity prices.