• Imperor@lemmy.world
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    2 months ago

    Totally with you, but tire dust is one of the major pollution particles from cars, maybe even the worst AFAIK. That, sadly will not go away but it is still leagues more desireable to have everything on electric than fossil fuel. Can’t have perfect stop good enough.

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      2 months ago

      Yep, tire pollution is even worse with EVs due to their weight. But overall it’s still much better as you said.

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        2 months ago

        It would help if cars went back to a reasonable size and not the absurdly large monstrosities that dominate the market today.

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          2 months ago

          It’s even hard to find an EV sedan. There are like 3 models under $70k. Everyone wants to make SUVs instead.

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        2 months ago

        This really only applies to oversized electric trucks and SUVs, due to their low efficiency and associated need for massive batteries, not EVs in general. Mine weighs the same as a comparable sedan.

        Unfortunately EVs are mostly comprised of oversized SUVs but not exclusively.

        If you’re concerned about tire pollution, you can switch any vehicle to a harder rubber compound, at the expense of grip and safety.

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          2 months ago

          Perhaps they compare, but assuming small batteries and consequently small range. Which might still be fine for shopping and shorter trips I guess. And I agree that oversized EVs is all the rage these days