EV Owners Love Their Cars Despite Sales Slowdown

Electric vehicle owners are sending a clear message: they love their cars, and they're not looking back.

Despite political headwinds and sluggish sales growth, EV advocates in Michigan see reasons for genuine optimism. Customer satisfaction rates tell a story that sales numbers don't capture.

"EV owners love their EVs," says Jennifer Mefford, director of business development for Powering Michigan's Future. "And the technology is very sound and developed."

The numbers tell a mixed story. Overall U.S. EV sales grew just 1% in 2025, and Detroit automakers scaled back production. Congress eliminated the $7,500 tax credit for buyers, and President Trump rolled back federal fuel economy standards.

But the technology itself has quietly solved problems that once held electric vehicles back. Modern EVs now deliver between 240 and 320 miles per range, with batteries becoming more efficient and affordable every year.

EV Owners Love Their Cars Despite Sales Slowdown

Michigan has built out reliable, user-friendly charging infrastructure across the state. Most EV owners do 80% of their charging at home, making daily driving simpler than many people realize.

At the 2026 Detroit Auto Show, Mefford's team answers questions from curious shoppers. The most common concerns? How charging works and what it costs. These are practical questions with practical answers now.

The market has weathered ups and downs before. Sales surged when GM launched the Volt, then went flat. This time feels different because the fundamentals are stronger.

The Bright Side

The technology works. The infrastructure exists. And people who make the switch become evangelists for electric driving.

China's EV market grew 17% in 2025, proving global momentum continues even as U.S. policy shifts. Michigan and America have ground to make up, but the foundation is solid.

The real test of any product isn't marketing hype or government incentives. It's whether customers who buy it actually love using it every day, and on that measure, electric vehicles are passing with flying colors.