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Surveys
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Survey 1: Consumer Priorities in Choosing a Vehicle (September 24-October 19)
Total Responses: 275
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| Gas Mileage | 74.25 |
| Performance | 34 |
| Safety | 30.25 |
| Appearance | 25 |
| A Combination | 19 |
| Reliability | 18.25 |
| Price | 17 |
| Utility | 15 |
| Distance on a tank | 11 |
| Emissions | 8 |
| Passenger Capacity | 7.75 |
| Cost per Mile | 6 |
| Accessories | 3 |
| Comfort | 3 |
| Cost of Maintenance | 2.5 |
| Owner Serviceability | 1 |
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Survey 2: Consumer Experience with Alternatively-Fueled Vehicles (October 20-November 12)
Total Responses: 155
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| Yes, I have ridden in a hybrid automobile. | 65 |
| Yes, I have ridden in an electric automobile. | 1 |
| Yes, I have ridden in both. | 13 |
| No, I have never ridden in a hybrid or electric automobile. | 76 |
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Survey 3: Consumer Exposure to Alternatively-Fueled Vehicles (November 13-May 15)
Total Responses: 100
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| Yes, I own a hybrid or electric vehicle. | 6 |
| Yes, I own a hybrid or electric vehicle and also know someone who owns one. | 6 |
| Yes, I know someone who owns a hybrid or electric vehicle. | 58 |
| No, I do not know anyone who owns a hybrid or electric vehicle. | 30 |
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