EY research: Nearly half of US car buyers intend to purchase an electric vehicle; charging and safety concerns weigh on consumers
Despite purchase intent gains, a majority (57%) of US car buyers cite the danger of home charging as a key deterrent.
- Despite purchase intent gains, a majority (57%) of US car buyers cite the danger of home charging as a key deterrent.
- This represents a 19% increase since the 2022 MCI findings, showing the highest growth in EV intent and sentiment, globally.
- Further, 40% of new car buyers and 37% of used car buyers would prefer purchasing an SUV over other car body types.
- Over half (51%) of US consumers are more worried about finding a charging station in nonresidential facilities than expensive charging costs.