A recent survey conducted by the American Automobile Association(AAA)confirms a notable trend in consumer preferences towards electric vehicles(EVs)and hybrids in the United States.

　　According to the survey,the appeal of fully electric vehicles has declined significantly compared to last year.Only 18 percent of potential car buyers are now considering purchasing an EV,down from 23 percent in the previous year.In contrast,hybrids,which combine gasoline and electric power,have gained favor with 31 percent of respondents indicating they are likely or very likely to buy a hybrid vehicle.

　　Several reasons were cited for the preference towards hybrids over EVs.One major factor is range anxiety,where consumers feel more confident with hybrids because they can switch to gasoline if the battery runs low,mitigating concerns about being stranded.Additionally,hybrids are perceived as having less impact on long-distance travel compared to pure electric vehicles.

　　Concerns about the price of electric cars relative to internal combustion engine(ICE)vehicles remain significant,with 60 percent of respondents expressing worries about EV costs.Similarly,57 percent are concerned about the high expenses associated with repairing or replacing EV batteries.

　　Greg Brannon,AAA’s director of automotive research,noted that many consumers find the transition to fully electric vehicles daunting and see hybrids as a viable middle ground.He predicts that the market will continue to see a mix of EVs,hybrids,and traditional ICE vehicles on the roads for many years to come,driven by consumer demand and practical considerations.

　　The AAA survey,conducted between April 4-8,involved 1,152 adults aged 18 and over,providing a comprehensive view of consumer sentiments with a margin of error of approximately+/-4 percent.