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45 Million US Households Could Switch To An Electric VehicleRange anxiety, and the associated fear that modern American driving demands rule out an electric vehicle for consumers, often creates a gap between positive consumer perceptions and actual EV purchases – but what if drivers have it all wrong about EVs? According to?a new survey?from the Union of Concerned Scientists UCS and Consumers Union, 42% of current American drivers can use EVs with little change to driving habits or costly home charging infrastructure. In addition to demonstrating that today’s EV technology can work for millions of American drivers, the UCS study also hints at the staggering?environmental and economic benefits EVs hold?for the United States. Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt charging image via CleanTechnica Electric Vehicles Work For Millions Of Americans The telephone survey, conducted among American drivers who currently own vehicles, revealed that while less than 1% of the country currently drives an EV, 45 million households meet the basic criteria for using plug-in hybrid EVs PHEV like the Chevy Volt. Furthermore, 25% of US households would be able to use a battery-only EV BEV like the Nissan Leaf. In order to fall into the EV-eligible category, drivers had to meet several basic requirements. PHEV-eligible drivers had to have access to parking and any outlet, five or fewer vehicle occupants, and no hauling or towing needs. BEV-eligible?drivers also needed an outlet specifically located at their home, drive a maximum of 60 miles on weekdays, and own more than one vehicle or infrequently take long trips. US drivers EV range image?via Union of Concerned Scientists These requirements may seem onerous, but they’re actually quite common. 95% of US households have 5 or fewer vehicle occupants, 79% of drivers don’t have towing needs, 69% of drivers travel less than 60 miles a day, and 65% of US households own more than one vehicle. “Drivers?may have preconceptions?about whether electric