WRCOG 4-CITY NEIGHBORHOOD ELECTRIC VEHICLE (NEV) PLAN

This short survey is intended to provide potential respondents with information regarding a specialized transportation mode and gather data to aid in the development of a meaningful transportation plan. All responses are confidential.

Neighborhood Electric Vehicles (NEVs) are street legal, zero-emission vehicles with top speeds of approximately 25 miles per hour. NEVs are often compared to golf carts but have safety features and performance benefits that rival their recreational counterparts.

Use of an NEV is legally restricted to streets with a posted speed limit of 35 miles per hour or less unless there is a special lane designated for its use (similar to a bike lane). Drivers must have a valid driver’s license. NEV trips do not typically exceed 5-7 miles due to battery range and relatively low travel speed.

1. For statistical purposes, please provide your zip code:

For statistical purposes, please provide your zip code:

2. Tell us about your experience with NEVs (Select from one or more of the choices below.)

Tell us about your experience with NEVs (Select from one or more of the choices below.) I am not familiar with NEVs.

I am aware of the differences between NEVs and golf carts.

I have an NEV.

I have a golf cart.

I have seen NEVs used in public places (streets, shopping, school, etc.).

I have seen golf carts used in public places other than a golf course or off road venue.

3. How would you describe your typical vehicle trips during an average week? (Select from one or more of the choices below.)

How would you describe your typical vehicle trips during an average week? (Select from one or more of the choices below.) I drive primarily on freeways.

I drive primarily on streets.

I use transit (bus, train, shuttle and/or taxi).

I ride a bike (for work, recreational and/or school).

I carpool and am rarely the driver.

I use a car, van, truck or motorcycle for most of my transportation needs.

4. How far do you travel for the following trips? (Select the best answer for each trip type.)

	Less than 2 miles	2-4 miles	5-7 miles	8 or more miles
Work	*How far do you travel for the following trips? (Select the best answer for each trip type.) Work Less than 2 miles	Work 2-4 miles	Work 5-7 miles	Work 8 or more miles
School	School Less than 2 miles	School 2-4 miles	School 5-7 miles	School 8 or more miles
Shopping	Shopping Less than 2 miles	Shopping 2-4 miles	Shopping 5-7 miles	Shopping 8 or more miles
Social (church,visiting friends, etc.)	Social (church,visiting friends, etc.) Less than 2 miles	Social (church,visiting friends, etc.) 2-4 miles	Social (church,visiting friends, etc.) 5-7 miles	Social (church,visiting friends, etc.) 8 or more miles
Recreation	Recreation Less than 2 miles	Recreation 2-4 miles	Recreation 5-7 miles	Recreation 8 or more miles

5. What factors might prevent you from considering an NEV as a transportation choice for shorter trips? (Select all that apply.)

What factors might prevent you from considering an NEV as a transportation choice for shorter trips? (Select all that apply.) Cost of vehicle ($7,000 – 12,000+).

Cost of electricity for charging vehicle.

Safety (driving near larger vehicles).

Lack of special NEV lanes near your home.

Trip distance too long for NEV to be convenient.

Have not formed an opinion.

6. What factors do you find most appealing that might lead to your use of an NEV in the future? (Select all that apply.)

What factors do you find most appealing that might lead to your use of an NEV in the future? (Select all that apply.) Some of my trips are relatively short.

NEVs look fun to drive.

Relatively low operating cost.

Environmentally friendly (zero emissions).

Trips between my home and destination are on streets with low speed limits.

7. When designing a network of NEV routes using existing low speed streets combined with NEV-only lanes on higher speed roads, several factors should be considered. Please rank the following characteristics in order of importance with 1 being the most important and 8 being the least important.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8
Preferential parking spaces at the destination (NEVs are narrower and shorter than most vehicles. Designated NEV parking spaces usually have an electrical outlet nearby for recharging purposes but spaces may not necessarily be in “best spots”.)	*When designing a network of NEV routes using existing low speed streets combined with NEV-only lanes on higher speed roads, several factors should be considered. Please rank the following characteristics in order of importance with 1 being the most important and 8 being the least important. Preferential parking spaces at the destination (NEVs are narrower and shorter than most vehicles. Designated NEV parking spaces usually have an electrical outlet nearby for recharging purposes but spaces may not necessarily be in “best spots”.) 1	Preferential parking spaces at the destination (NEVs are narrower and shorter than most vehicles. Designated NEV parking spaces usually have an electrical outlet nearby for recharging purposes but spaces may not necessarily be in “best spots”.) 2	Preferential parking spaces at the destination (NEVs are narrower and shorter than most vehicles. Designated NEV parking spaces usually have an electrical outlet nearby for recharging purposes but spaces may not necessarily be in “best spots”.) 3	Preferential parking spaces at the destination (NEVs are narrower and shorter than most vehicles. Designated NEV parking spaces usually have an electrical outlet nearby for recharging purposes but spaces may not necessarily be in “best spots”.) 4	Preferential parking spaces at the destination (NEVs are narrower and shorter than most vehicles. Designated NEV parking spaces usually have an electrical outlet nearby for recharging purposes but spaces may not necessarily be in “best spots”.) 5	Preferential parking spaces at the destination (NEVs are narrower and shorter than most vehicles. Designated NEV parking spaces usually have an electrical outlet nearby for recharging purposes but spaces may not necessarily be in “best spots”.) 6	Preferential parking spaces at the destination (NEVs are narrower and shorter than most vehicles. Designated NEV parking spaces usually have an electrical outlet nearby for recharging purposes but spaces may not necessarily be in “best spots”.) 7	Preferential parking spaces at the destination (NEVs are narrower and shorter than most vehicles. Designated NEV parking spaces usually have an electrical outlet nearby for recharging purposes but spaces may not necessarily be in “best spots”.) 8
Safety (Restrict to lower speed roads to avoid potential conflicts with faster moving vehicles. NEVs are relatively new and are not yet in wide operation. However, in communities where NEVs are common, accident rates do not appear out of the ordinary.)	Safety (Restrict to lower speed roads to avoid potential conflicts with faster moving vehicles. NEVs are relatively new and are not yet in wide operation. However, in communities where NEVs are common, accident rates do not appear out of the ordinary.) 1	Safety (Restrict to lower speed roads to avoid potential conflicts with faster moving vehicles. NEVs are relatively new and are not yet in wide operation. However, in communities where NEVs are common, accident rates do not appear out of the ordinary.) 2	Safety (Restrict to lower speed roads to avoid potential conflicts with faster moving vehicles. NEVs are relatively new and are not yet in wide operation. However, in communities where NEVs are common, accident rates do not appear out of the ordinary.) 3	Safety (Restrict to lower speed roads to avoid potential conflicts with faster moving vehicles. NEVs are relatively new and are not yet in wide operation. However, in communities where NEVs are common, accident rates do not appear out of the ordinary.) 4	Safety (Restrict to lower speed roads to avoid potential conflicts with faster moving vehicles. NEVs are relatively new and are not yet in wide operation. However, in communities where NEVs are common, accident rates do not appear out of the ordinary.) 5	Safety (Restrict to lower speed roads to avoid potential conflicts with faster moving vehicles. NEVs are relatively new and are not yet in wide operation. However, in communities where NEVs are common, accident rates do not appear out of the ordinary.) 6	Safety (Restrict to lower speed roads to avoid potential conflicts with faster moving vehicles. NEVs are relatively new and are not yet in wide operation. However, in communities where NEVs are common, accident rates do not appear out of the ordinary.) 7	Safety (Restrict to lower speed roads to avoid potential conflicts with faster moving vehicles. NEVs are relatively new and are not yet in wide operation. However, in communities where NEVs are common, accident rates do not appear out of the ordinary.) 8
Education and signage for NEV and non-NEV users (Signs like “share the road” or pavement striping can help raise awareness and reduce vehicle conflicts.)	Education and signage for NEV and non-NEV users (Signs like “share the road” or pavement striping can help raise awareness and reduce vehicle conflicts.) 1	Education and signage for NEV and non-NEV users (Signs like “share the road” or pavement striping can help raise awareness and reduce vehicle conflicts.) 2	Education and signage for NEV and non-NEV users (Signs like “share the road” or pavement striping can help raise awareness and reduce vehicle conflicts.) 3	Education and signage for NEV and non-NEV users (Signs like “share the road” or pavement striping can help raise awareness and reduce vehicle conflicts.) 4	Education and signage for NEV and non-NEV users (Signs like “share the road” or pavement striping can help raise awareness and reduce vehicle conflicts.) 5	Education and signage for NEV and non-NEV users (Signs like “share the road” or pavement striping can help raise awareness and reduce vehicle conflicts.) 6	Education and signage for NEV and non-NEV users (Signs like “share the road” or pavement striping can help raise awareness and reduce vehicle conflicts.) 7	Education and signage for NEV and non-NEV users (Signs like “share the road” or pavement striping can help raise awareness and reduce vehicle conflicts.) 8
Routes should link to transit centers such as Metrolink, bus depots, and park and ride lots	Routes should link to transit centers such as Metrolink, bus depots, and park and ride lots 1	Routes should link to transit centers such as Metrolink, bus depots, and park and ride lots 2	Routes should link to transit centers such as Metrolink, bus depots, and park and ride lots 3	Routes should link to transit centers such as Metrolink, bus depots, and park and ride lots 4	Routes should link to transit centers such as Metrolink, bus depots, and park and ride lots 5	Routes should link to transit centers such as Metrolink, bus depots, and park and ride lots 6	Routes should link to transit centers such as Metrolink, bus depots, and park and ride lots 7	Routes should link to transit centers such as Metrolink, bus depots, and park and ride lots 8
Routes should link to shopping centers, parks, and schools	Routes should link to shopping centers, parks, and schools 1	Routes should link to shopping centers, parks, and schools 2	Routes should link to shopping centers, parks, and schools 3	Routes should link to shopping centers, parks, and schools 4	Routes should link to shopping centers, parks, and schools 5	Routes should link to shopping centers, parks, and schools 6	Routes should link to shopping centers, parks, and schools 7	Routes should link to shopping centers, parks, and schools 8
Routes should link to large employment centers like downtown areas, commercial centers or warehouse/industrial parks	Routes should link to large employment centers like downtown areas, commercial centers or warehouse/industrial parks 1	Routes should link to large employment centers like downtown areas, commercial centers or warehouse/industrial parks 2	Routes should link to large employment centers like downtown areas, commercial centers or warehouse/industrial parks 3	Routes should link to large employment centers like downtown areas, commercial centers or warehouse/industrial parks 4	Routes should link to large employment centers like downtown areas, commercial centers or warehouse/industrial parks 5	Routes should link to large employment centers like downtown areas, commercial centers or warehouse/industrial parks 6	Routes should link to large employment centers like downtown areas, commercial centers or warehouse/industrial parks 7	Routes should link to large employment centers like downtown areas, commercial centers or warehouse/industrial parks 8
Recharging stations should be readily available in case we forgot to charge at home	Recharging stations should be readily available in case we forgot to charge at home 1	Recharging stations should be readily available in case we forgot to charge at home 2	Recharging stations should be readily available in case we forgot to charge at home 3	Recharging stations should be readily available in case we forgot to charge at home 4	Recharging stations should be readily available in case we forgot to charge at home 5	Recharging stations should be readily available in case we forgot to charge at home 6	Recharging stations should be readily available in case we forgot to charge at home 7	Recharging stations should be readily available in case we forgot to charge at home 8
Safety (Have routes that include higher traffic/speed streets with dedicated lanes as well as low speed streets for maximum travel options.)	Safety (Have routes that include higher traffic/speed streets with dedicated lanes as well as low speed streets for maximum travel options.) 1	Safety (Have routes that include higher traffic/speed streets with dedicated lanes as well as low speed streets for maximum travel options.) 2	Safety (Have routes that include higher traffic/speed streets with dedicated lanes as well as low speed streets for maximum travel options.) 3	Safety (Have routes that include higher traffic/speed streets with dedicated lanes as well as low speed streets for maximum travel options.) 4	Safety (Have routes that include higher traffic/speed streets with dedicated lanes as well as low speed streets for maximum travel options.) 5	Safety (Have routes that include higher traffic/speed streets with dedicated lanes as well as low speed streets for maximum travel options.) 6	Safety (Have routes that include higher traffic/speed streets with dedicated lanes as well as low speed streets for maximum travel options.) 7	Safety (Have routes that include higher traffic/speed streets with dedicated lanes as well as low speed streets for maximum travel options.) 8

8. Please provide your suggestions regarding other factors that you feel should be considered in the development of an NEV route.

Please provide your suggestions regarding other factors that you feel should be considered in the development of an NEV route.

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