Half of Americans Say Electric Vehicles Are Less Reliable Than Gas, Survey Finds

Only about three in 10 people say they would ’very seriously‘ or ’somewhat seriously’ consider buying one.
Half of Americans Say Electric Vehicles Are Less Reliable Than Gas, Survey Finds
A Ford Mustang Mach E electric car is charged at a dealership in Chicago on June 5, 2024. Scott Olson/Getty Images
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More Americans say they think electric vehicles (EVs) are less reliable than gas-powered cars and trucks, while about 30 percent would “seriously consider” purchasing a plug-in.

According to a recent survey by the Pew Research Center, about 50 percent of respondents said EVs are less reliable, up 16 percentage points since 2021. Nine percent of respondents said EVs are more reliable, while 38 percent said they believe electric and gas vehicles are about equally reliable.
Jana J. Pruet
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