Most Americans not sold on electric cars

Americans’ adoption of electric vehicles is proving to be slow, as relatively few currently own one (4%) or are seriously considering purchasing one (12%).

Another 43% of U.S. adults say they might consider buying an electric vehicle in the future, while 41% unequivocally say they would not. …

Democrats (22%) are also far more likely than both Republicans (1%) and independents (12%) to say they are seriously considering purchasing an EV.

(Gallup link)

[Most Americans aren’t sold on it because it’s a bad deal for most Americans on a strictly economic basis. People buy cars for *lots* of different reasons, and EVs clearly have some traction. But for those who stick to numbers and cost-benefit analyses, EVs simply don’t pay off for most people. — Ed]