Electric vehicles (EVs) remain a niche choice in the US, according to a recent survey by Deloitte. While 7 percent of car buyers are interested in purchasing an EV for their next vehicle, this represents only a small fraction of total sales.
The preference for internal combustion engines is still strong, with 61 percent of respondents indicating that they want their next ride to be powered by a gasoline engine. Hybrid vehicles are more popular, with 21 percent of the vote, while plug-in hybrids account for just 5 percent. The uncertainty surrounding EV policies in the US has led many automakers to invest heavily in EV production, but it remains unclear whether these investments will pay off.
The availability of charging infrastructure is also a major concern for potential EV buyers. In the US, 53 percent of respondents said they do not have access to home charging, while this number drops to just 6 percent in Japan and 20 percent in Germany.
Despite these challenges, there are still some clear advantages to choosing an electric vehicle. EVs are more fuel-efficient than traditional gasoline-powered cars, with the ability to travel up to three times farther on a single gallon of energy. The cost savings from lower fuel costs are also significant, with over half of respondents citing this as a reason for choosing an EV.
Interestingly, only 7 percent of respondents indicated that they would be willing to spend more than $75,000 on an electric vehicle. This suggests that luxury EVs may not be the most appealing option for many consumers.
Software-defined vehicles (SDVs) are also becoming increasingly popular, but attitudes towards this technology vary widely depending on region and individual preferences. While 41 percent of US car buyers think SDVs are useful, only one in three says they have no use for one. In contrast, half of Chinese customers said a car that can be updated would be worth a 6-10 percent price premium.
The acceptance of SDVs also varies by region, with higher levels of interest in Southeast Asia and China compared to the US, UK, Germany, and Japan. This suggests that consumers are becoming more comfortable with the idea of software updates and over-the-air bug fixes, which could have significant implications for the automotive industry.
Overall, while EVs remain a niche choice in the US, there is still a growing demand for these vehicles, driven by factors such as fuel efficiency, cost savings, and environmental concerns. However, addressing issues like charging infrastructure and software-defined vehicles will be key to increasing adoption rates and making EVs more appealing to a wider range of consumers.
The preference for internal combustion engines is still strong, with 61 percent of respondents indicating that they want their next ride to be powered by a gasoline engine. Hybrid vehicles are more popular, with 21 percent of the vote, while plug-in hybrids account for just 5 percent. The uncertainty surrounding EV policies in the US has led many automakers to invest heavily in EV production, but it remains unclear whether these investments will pay off.
The availability of charging infrastructure is also a major concern for potential EV buyers. In the US, 53 percent of respondents said they do not have access to home charging, while this number drops to just 6 percent in Japan and 20 percent in Germany.
Despite these challenges, there are still some clear advantages to choosing an electric vehicle. EVs are more fuel-efficient than traditional gasoline-powered cars, with the ability to travel up to three times farther on a single gallon of energy. The cost savings from lower fuel costs are also significant, with over half of respondents citing this as a reason for choosing an EV.
Interestingly, only 7 percent of respondents indicated that they would be willing to spend more than $75,000 on an electric vehicle. This suggests that luxury EVs may not be the most appealing option for many consumers.
Software-defined vehicles (SDVs) are also becoming increasingly popular, but attitudes towards this technology vary widely depending on region and individual preferences. While 41 percent of US car buyers think SDVs are useful, only one in three says they have no use for one. In contrast, half of Chinese customers said a car that can be updated would be worth a 6-10 percent price premium.
The acceptance of SDVs also varies by region, with higher levels of interest in Southeast Asia and China compared to the US, UK, Germany, and Japan. This suggests that consumers are becoming more comfortable with the idea of software updates and over-the-air bug fixes, which could have significant implications for the automotive industry.
Overall, while EVs remain a niche choice in the US, there is still a growing demand for these vehicles, driven by factors such as fuel efficiency, cost savings, and environmental concerns. However, addressing issues like charging infrastructure and software-defined vehicles will be key to increasing adoption rates and making EVs more appealing to a wider range of consumers.
. 61% of people wanna stick with gas engines? That's like saying you want to keep your old smartphone because it has an app that works just fine for you 
. Meanwhile, we're throwing money at EV production and charging infrastructure without making sure people have access to home charging stations 
. We need to get real about the state of our infrastructure and stop playing catch-up with other countries 
. And don't even get me started on software-defined vehicles - it's like, are we really gonna make cars that can be updated remotely? That sounds like a security risk to me 
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and now we're seeing 7% of people in the US even consider buying one... that's progress, right? 
but seriously, what's going on with charging infrastructure over here? it's like, how are ppl supposed to charge their cars without having access to home charging? 
and luxury EVs just aren't an option for most ppl unless they're willing to spend $75k+... that's a lot of cash 
. and software-defined vehicles? i'm not really sure what to make of those, but if people in china are willing to pay a 6-10% price premium just because it can be updated, then i guess that's something 
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. but on the other hand, EVs are super fuel-efficient and cost-effective in the long run, so that's a major plus 
. I mean, i get it, we need more charging stations but its just not happening fast enough for some people. and software-defined vehicles are becoming a thing now too, with people in china and southeast asia being all about updating their cars on the fly 
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- It's surprising to see how many people are still stuck on traditional gasoline engines, but at the same time, we can't deny the benefits of electric vehicles like fuel efficiency and cost savings. The US needs to work on expanding its charging infrastructure to make EVs more accessible, and it's also interesting to see how SDVs are gaining popularity in some regions. Maybe one day, we'll see a shift towards more sustainable and tech-savvy transportation options 
- in the us, there's still a strong preference 4 internal combustion engines, but in japan & germany, they're way ahead on charging infrastructure! 
china's got a weird dynamic goin on w/ software-defined vehicles tho... apparently half of chinese customers are willing to pay more 4 a car that can be updated 
meanwhile, only 7% of us respondents said they'd splurge > $75k on an electric vehicle 
. And don't even get me started on software-defined vehicles... I mean, who thought that was a good idea? But seriously, if they can make them more affordable and reliable, maybe we'll see some change in the US 
. And yeah, luxury EVs are probably out of reach for most people, but that shouldn't stop automakers from making more affordable options available 
it's like 7% of people are interested in switching but only if they can charge their car at home... idk what that says about american roads lol 
and also i love the fact that people are starting to see software-defined vehicles as a thing... it's like the future of cars or something 
I think it's kinda weird that people are still not sold on electric cars 
, which is crazy efficient! And saving money on fuel costs is a big plus too 
- it's not exactly easy to find a place to plug in your car when you're out and about 
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, then I'm all for it!
! Need to get more chargers out there ASAP 
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But at the same time, there are some people out there who are just not interested, and that's totally fine too 
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. That would be a game-changer for anyone who's interested in saving cash and reducing their carbon footprint 
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, just checked out this survey from Deloitte and I'm not surprised that electric vehicles are still super niche in the US. 7% of people want to buy one? That's crazy low 
. And 53% of respondents don't even have home charging? What's going on over there? 
. It's all about the updates and bug fixes, which is just a fancy way of saying "we're going to make more money off of you while we take away your car". Ugh, what a racket 
evs are def the future, with all the environmental benefits and savings on fuel costz. but yeah, we need more charging infrastruktur, esp in us 
and charging infrastructure is still a major issue in the us and elsewhere 