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Consumer Range Anxiety: The vast geographical size of the U.S. results in a prevalent concern about vehicle range, especially for households living in rural or suburban areas where charging infrastructure is less dense.
Preference for Larger Vehicles: American consumers tend to favor pickup trucks and SUVs which require larger batteries and, initially, more costly EV models.
Market Protectionism: The entrenched automotive industry lobby has slowed the transition, with U.S. automakers less willing to invest heavily in EV infrastructure and lower-cost EV models. This contrasts with European automakers and Chinese companies, which are more aggressive in expanding EV offerings.