Electrek Survey: Half Favor Voluntary ICE Driving
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- The survey collected over 2,000 responses from Electrek readers about who should be allowed to drive ICE‑powered vehicles.
- Respondents indicated that almost half believe the transition to zero‑emission vehicles should be entirely voluntary.
- Respondents also chose the “Whoever wants one. (Let freedom ring!)” option at just under half of the vote.
- Commenters warned that banning ICE cars is counterproductive, comparing it to prohibition and the war on drugs.
- Commenters suggested market‑based incentives—higher road taxes, EV credits, ending fossil‑fuel subsidies—to encourage voluntary EV adoption rather than forced bans.
Why it matters: Policymakers and automakers see the results as a warning that heavy‑handed ICE bans could provoke public backlash, while incentive‑based approaches may achieve broader EV uptake without alienating a sizable portion of drivers who view vehicle choice as a personal freedom.
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