Why Americans Aren't Buying Electric Vehicles
No sparks flying for EVs
Many Americans are hesitant about switching to electric vehicles despite their increasing popularity. Here are our reasons why consumers may want to avoid spending their hard-earned money on an EV.
They are too pricey
Electric cars are expensive with a higher initial cost than gas cars. Tax credits help, but the difference is still pretty substantial. Technological advances may eventually lower prices, but currently, cost is a major challenge for many consumers.
Low on battery
There is a real (and reasonable) fear of running out of battery, both while driving short and long distances. The range anxiety and lack of charging stations hinder people from making the jump from gas to electric.
Not enough charging stations
There are simply fewer charging stations compared to gas stations. You could be fine in a large city when driving, but rural areas can pose challenges. This reduces the attractiveness of long road trips in an EV.
Long charging times
Charging an electric car is much slower than filling up a tank with gas. With rapid chargers, it still takes 30 minutes to an hour, and this is potentially a dealbreaker.
