Only 5 percent of US car buyers want an EV, according to survey
3 points by rntn 7 hours ago | 6 comments
  • Mountain_Skies 7 hours ago |
    I'd be fine with an EV as a second vehicle. I used a friend's leased Nissan Leaf for a couple of months and it was great for running errands around town. I work from home so I don't have a commute but I have a side gig that requires frequent plywood purchases which makes having an older small truck practical. For making runs to the grocery store, going to the park, or just going out to socialize, something like the Leaf would be nice. That said, the added cost (and environmental impact) of an addition vehicle doesn't seem like it would make the lower usage of my ICE truck worthwhile.
  • cranberryturkey 6 hours ago |
    Until it’s cheaper nobody will buy them.
  • hindsightbias 5 hours ago |
    > Indeed, the easiest way to convert someone to wanting an EV is by giving them a short test drive, where the advantages of electric propulsion become apparent.

    Perhaps something like those state policies that require an ultrasound before abortion. All car buyers must test drive an EV first.