What is the make and model of your vehicle?

Please specify:……………………………….

What type of vehicle do you currently own or drive? (Corolla, civic etc.)
Please specify:……………………………….

Which feature is your vehicle advanced to offer?

A. Adaptive cruise control
B. Lane departure warning
C. Automatic parking
D. Regenerative braking (for HEVs)
E. Infotainment system with navigation
F. Over-the-air software updates
G. Other: Please specify:……………………………….

Do you feel that the technology in your vehicle enhances the driving
experience?
A. Yes, significantly
B. Somewhat
C. No, not really

How user friendly is the transition between electric and gasoline power in
your vehicle? For HEV owners only.
A. Very easy and smooth
B. Somewhat smooth
C. Noticeable but acceptable
D. Difficult or problematic

How reliable do you find the hybrid battery or the engine technology in your
vehicle?
A. Very reliable
B. Reliable
C. Somewhat reliable
D. Unreliable
How would you rate the overall comfort of your vehicle?
A. Excellent
B. Good
C. Average
D. Poor

How often do you need to recharge your vehicle?

A. Daily
B. Every few days
C. Once a week
D. Less than once a week

How easy is it to find charging stations when needed? HEV owners only.
A. Very easy
B. Somewhat easy
C. Neutral
D. Difficult
E. Very difficult

Does your vehicle meets the needs for cargo space and passenger capacity?
A. Yes, completely
B. Somewhat
C. No, it could be better

Would access to more public charging stations influence your decision to buy
an electric or hybrid vehicle? Fuel powered vehicle owners only.
A. Yes, definitely
B. Somewhat
C. No, it would not influence my decision

How long have you owned your vehicle?

A. Less than a year
 B. 1–3 years
C. 3–5 years
D. More than 5 years

Do you believe your vehicle will hold its value over time?
A. Yes, significantly
B. Somewhat
C. No, I expect depreciation

Are you concerned about the long term reliability of your vehicle’s hybrid
battery? For HEV owners only
A. Very concerned
B. Somewhat concerned
C. Not concerned at all

Have you had to replace any major components of your vehicle?

A. Yes
B. No
C. If yes, please specify:…………………………………..

How likely are you to purchase the same type of vehicle again?
A. Very likely
B. Likely
C. Neutral
D. Unlikely
E. Very unlikely

How much does government policy influence your decision to purchase a

hybrid or fuel powered vehicle?
A. Very much
B. Somewhat
C. Neutral
D. Not at all
Do you think hybrid vehicles will replace fuel-powered vehicles in the future?
A. Yes, completely
B. Yes, but slowly
C. No, they will co-exist
D. No, fuel-powered vehicles will dominate

How much does the environmental impact of your vehicle affect your driving
habits?
A. A lot
B. Very much
C. Somewhat
D. Neutral
E. Not at all

Do you believe owning an HEV or fuel powered vehicle has an impact on your
social status or image?
A. Yes, a positive impact
B. Yes, a negative impact
C. No impact

How would you rate the overall societal awareness and promotion of hybrid
or electric vehicles in your area?
A. Very high
B. High
C. Moderate
D. Low
E. Very low

What is the average electric only range of your vehicle? For HEV owners
only.
Less than 20 miles
A. 20–40 miles
B. 40–60 miles
C. More than 60 miles
How would you rate your vehicle’s fuel efficiency for long distance travel?
A. Excellent
B. Good
C. Average
D. Poor

What is your average fuel consumption? For fuel powered vehicle owners
only.
Please specify:…………………….

What is your average fuel consumption? For hybrid electric vehicle owners
only.
Please specify:…………………….

What is your average annual mileage?

A. Less than 5000 miles
B. 5000 – 10000 miles
C. 10000 – 15000 miles
D. More than 15000 miles

Do you feel any difference in performance between town driving and

highway driving?
A. Yes, noticeable difference
B. Slight difference
C. No difference

How satisfied are you with the fuel efficiency of your vehicle?
A. Very satisfied
B. Satisfied
C. Neutral
D. Dissatisfied
E. Very dissatisfied
How often do you rely on the electric motor for town driving? For HEV owners
only.
A. Always
B. Often
C. Sometimes
D. Rarely
E. Never

How would you describe the initial purchase cost of your vehicle compared to
alternatives?
A. More expensive
B. About the same
C. Less expensive

How much do you spend on fuel on average per month?

Please specify:……………………….

How would you rate the maintenance costs of your vehicle?

A. Very high
B. High
C. Moderate
D. Low
E. Very low

Have you experienced any significant maintenance issues?

State issue(s):…………………………………

Do you believe your vehicle is environmentally friendly?

A. Very much
B. Somewhat
C. Neutral
D. Not at all
How would you rate your overall satisfaction with your vehicle?
A. Very satisfied
B. Satisfied
C. Neutral
D. Dissatisfied
E. Very dissatisfied

Would you recommend your vehicle type, HEV or fuel powered to others?
A. Yes
B. Maybe
C. No

What improvements would you like to see in your current vehicle?

State:……………………………………

Would you consider switching to a hybrid or electric vehicle in the future? For
fuel powered vehicle owners only.
A. Yes
B. Maybe
C. No

What factors would most influence your next vehicle purchase?

A. Price
B. Fuel efficiency
C. Environmental impact
D. Performance
E. Brand
F. Maintenance costs
G. Other (please specify): ………………………..

How often do you use the air conditioning in your vehicle?

A. Daily
B. A few times a week
C. Occasionally
 D. Rarely

When do you normally use the air conditioning in your vehicle?

A. During short trips (less than 30 minutes)
B. During long trips (over 30 minutes)
C. Both equally

In which climate do you typically drive?

A. Hot and dry
B. During rainfall
C. Hot and humid
D. Mild
E. Cold (but use AC for defogging)

How quickly does your air conditioning cool the cabin after being turned on?
A. Instantly (within 1-2 minutes)
B. Quickly (within 3-5 minutes)
C. Takes some time (5-10 minutes)
D. Very slow (more than 10 minutes)

How would you rate the overall effectiveness of the AC in your vehicle?
A. Very effective
B. Effective
C. Neutral
D. Ineffective

How well does the air conditioning maintain a consistent temperature inside
the car?
A. Excellent
B. Good
C. Average
D. Poor
How satisfied are you with the airflow from the AC vents?
A. Very satisfied
B. Satisfied
C. Neutral
D. Dissatisfied
E. Very dissatisfied

Have you noticed a significant drop in fuel efficiency when using the air
conditioning? For Hybrid Honda Civic owners.
A. Yes, a noticeable drop
B. Yes, but the drop is small
C. No significant impact

How does the air conditioning affect your fuel consumption? For Toyota
Corolla LE owners
A. Significant increase in fuel usage
B. Minor increase in fuel usage
C. No noticeable impact

When using the air conditioning, do you adjust your driving habits to
conserve fuel?
A. Yes, I drive more slowly or turn the AC off when not needed
B. Sometimes, but only in extreme conditions
C. No, I drive normally regardless of AC usage

Does your vehicle’s hybrid system adjust the air conditioning performance
when running on electric power? For Hybrid Honda Civic owners only.
A. Yes, it reduces AC output on electric-only mode
B. No, the AC operates the same regardless of mode
C. Not sure

Have you used other fuel saving modes that impact air conditioning
performance in your vehicle?
A. Yes, often
 B. Sometimes
C. Rarely
D. Never

How satisfied are you with the balance between AC performance and fuel
efficiency when driving in eco-mode?
A. Very satisfied
B. Satisfied
C. Neutral
D. Dissatisfied
E. Very dissatisfied

What is your preferred AC temperature setting during hot weather?

A. Below 65°F (18°C)
B. 65°F – 70°F (18°C – 21°C)
C. 70°F – 75°F (21°C – 24°C)
D. Above 75°F (24°C)

Do you use automatic climate control in your vehicle or manually adjust the
AC settings?
A. Always use automatic climate control
B. Mostly automatic, occasionally manual adjustments
C. Manual adjustments only

For Toyota Corolla LE owners: Do you find the manual AC settings easy to
adjust and maintain the desired comfort level?
A. Yes, very easy
B. Moderately easy
C. Difficult to adjust accurately

How would you rate the air quality inside your vehicle when the air
conditioning is running?
A. Very fresh and clean
B. Somewhat fresh
C. Neutral
 D. Stale or unpleasant

Have you experienced any issues with the air conditioning system affecting
air quality?
A. Yes, frequently
B. Occasionally
C. Never

Do you often switch between recirculation mode and fresh air intake when
using the air conditioning?
A. Yes, frequently
B. Occasionally
C. Rarely
D. Never

How often do you service your air conditioning system?

A. Every year
B. Every 2 years
C. Only when there’s an issue
D. Never

Have you experienced any major issues with your air conditioning system?
A. Yes, multiple issues
B. Yes, but only once
C. No issues so far

How would you rate your overall satisfaction with the air conditioning system
in your vehicle?
A. Very satisfied
B. Satisfied
C. Neutral
D. Dissatisfied
E. Very dissatisfied
Would you recommend the air conditioning system in your vehicle to others?
A. Yes, definitely
B. Yes, but with some reservations
C. No

What improvements would you like to see in your vehicle’s air conditioning
system?
State:…………………………………..