Americans are showing increased openness to electric vehicle (EV) ownership, driven by growing confidence in the charging infrastructure, as revealed in the HERE-SBD EV Index 2026. Despite a slight decrease in year-to-date EV market share, consumer optimism is on the rise, with positive perceptions of public charging availability jumping from 28% to 47%. Improvements in EV range, charging speed, and infrastructure expansions have contributed to this shift in sentiment. The study highlights the East Coast's continued leadership in EV market maturity, while also noting a significant rise in satisfaction among current EV owners, many of whom would opt for electric again. As charging networks advance, consumer confidence is seen as a crucial indicator of potential market developments.

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• "Americans warming up to EVs as charging infrastructure confidence grows, HERE-SBD EV Index 2026 finds" from HERE Europe B.V. on GlobeNewswire (published 09 September 2026)

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