North Carolina Drives Electric 2022

The North Carolina Drives Electric report provides a “State of the State” of electric vehicles in North Carolina. Read the report to learn about the benefits of EVs, barriers to adoption, and how you can help.

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Key Findings

65%

of North Carolinians have a positive perception of electric vehicles

52%

of North Carolinians are likely to consider buying an EV for their next car purchase

75%

of North Carolinians ranked savings on maintenance and fuel costs as the #1 influence factor when considering a future EV purchase

67%

of North Carolinians think it is important for North Carolina to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels and transition to clean energy

69%

of North Carolinians support North Carolina offering an EV incentive

55%

of North Carolinians reported new jobs and economic development opportunities would be a factor when considering the purchase of an electric vehicle