The research was jointly commissioned by the Centerline Liberties, the Conservative Energy Network, and Zero Emission Transportation Association. The survey was conducted among N=1,016 registered voters nationally and N=525 registered voters in 15 Electric Vehicle Investment Congressional Districts. Interviews were conducted online February 19-25, 2025.
“The data is clear – all voters, including a majority of Republicans, recognise the importance of EVs to the future success of the American auto industry and its global competitiveness” said Rob Autry, GOP Pollster and Founder of Meeting Street Insights. “While Republicans may still be on the fence regarding the purchase of an electric vehicle, they understand that federal EV investments yield major benefits for both consumers and auto industry workers. Further, voters across the political spectrum know that growing domestic EV manufacturing will increase affordability while keeping these jobs from going to China.”
Eighty-five percent (85 percent) of voters nationwide - including a strong majority of Republicans (76 percent) - believe the federal government should support American companies that make affordable, powerful electric vehicles built by American workers.
81 percent of Republicans support federal investments that keep EV manufacturing jobs in the US so they don’t go to China
76 percent of Republicans support increasing the number and reliability of public electric vehicle charging stations
76 percent of Republicans support federal government investments that make electric vehicles more affordable for average Americans and working families.
75% of Republicans agree that investing in EV manufacturing and infrastructure creates good jobs.
72 percent of Republicans agree that investing in EV manufacturing and infrastructure gives consumers more choices.
“Americans overwhelmingly agree: we must invest in our workers and incentivise manufacturers to build affordable, high-quality EVs - not let China dominate this industry” added James Dozier, President of Centerline Liberties. “Keeping these jobs here strengthens our economy, secures our supply chains, and ensures America continues to lead in innovation.”
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