A new Gallup survey shows a significant decline in interest in electric cars in the United States since 2023. Young people and women in particular are turning their backs on Tesla and other electric car brands.
Interest in electric cars among American drivers has dropped significantly. Only 51 percent are now considering buying an electric car.
This is shown by a new study from the Gallup research institute in the USA.
The figure is down from 59 percent in 2023. At that time, almost six out of ten drivers responded that they either already had an electric car or were seriously considering buying one.
The decline in interest occurred primarily between 2023 and 2024. The figure has remained stable at 51 percent since then. This also applies to the most recent measurement in 2025.
It is worth noting that although electric car sales increased last year, the growth rate has slowed. This is supported by the declining interest in the Gallup poll.
The Gallup survey shows clear differences between different groups of drivers. Women's interest in electric cars fell by 7 percentage points from 2023 to 2025. Men's interest fell by 5 percentage points over the same period.
Demographics and political affiliation
The 18-34 age group shows the greatest drop in interest, with the proportion considering an electric car falling by a full 11 percentage points.
For the older age groups, the decrease was less significant, between 4 and 5 percentage points.
Political affiliation appears to play a significant role. Interest among drivers who identify as Democrats fell by 11 percentage points.
Among independent voters, interest fell by 7 percentage points, indicating a broader trend away from electric cars among these groups.
Republican voters, on the other hand, show the opposite trend. Here, the proportion who either own an electric car or are considering buying one increased. The increase was 2 percentage points during the period.
Hybrid cars are more popular
Several factors could potentially explain the declining interest. Some point to Elon Musk's actions. The Tesla CEO's support for right-wing politicians and controversial statements may have influenced some buyers.
Concerns about the political situation are also mentioned. Uncertainty about future tax credits for electric vehicles and the expansion of charging infrastructure under the Trump administration may play a role.
However, Gallup emphasizes that the major drop in interest already occurred between 2023 and 2024. That was for the most recent presidential change.
While interest in pure electric cars appears to have stagnated, the same is not true for hybrid cars. Gallup also asked about Americans' attitudes towards hybrids.
Here, 65 percent responded that they would consider buying a hybrid car. This is 14 percentage points higher than the figure for pure electric cars.
The study shows that older, wealthier and right-wing voters are more likely to consider a hybrid over an electric car.
For younger, less wealthy and left-leaning drivers, the difference in interest between electric cars and hybrids is smaller.
The American car market is developing at a breakneck pace these days. The same can easily be said of the European one.
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