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Fact #1058:Two-thirds of all Housing Units Had a Garage or Carport in 2017



According to the 2017 American Housing Survey, 66% of all occupied housing units in the United States had a garage or carport. Garages and carports often have access to electricity for parked vehicles, so these data are important for electric vehicle studies. Seventy-four percent of new construction units (< 2 years old) had a garage or carport. The West and Midwest regions of the country had a greater percentage of housing with garages or carports, each with 75% or greater. For rental housing units, only 39% had a garage/carport, as compared to 81% for housing units that are owned by the residents.

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Question of the Month

How is fuel economy determined and reported for alternative fuel vehicles?

Last month we learned about how the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) determines and reports conventional light-duty vehicle fuel economy ratings. While alternative fuel vehicle (AFV) fuel economy testing is largely similar to that of conventional fuels, the EPA makes some adjustments to account for different vehicle technology and fuel energy content. By tailoring AFV fuel economy testing and reporting, the EPA is able to provide apples-to-apples comparisons and allow consumers to make informed decisions.

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