Which of Canadians or Americans Are More Willing to Go Electric?
Between Canadian and American consumers, which are more ready to make the transition to an electric vehicle? The answer to this question might seem obvious, but hold on.
How obvious the answer seems is probably a function of where you live in Canada. In Quebec and British Columbia, for example, there is a great deal of openness to switching to EVs.
However, nationwide, the picture is far less clear, according to the results of a survey conducted by J.D. Power Canada. Its study found that 53 percent of Canadian consumers are “very unlikely” or “somewhat unlikely” to consider an electric vehicle when replacing their vehicle. This contrasts with the U.S. where 59 percent of consumers nationwide say they are “very likely” or “somewhat likely” to consider an all-electric for their next new vehicle.
J.D. Ney, director of the automotive practice at J.D. Power Canada, says there are “several unique systemic challenges in Canada” that translate into hesitancy regarding electric vehicles.
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