Are EVs Too Heavy for Safety? Unpacking the Crash Test Dilemma
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- Topic: Challenges in Crash Testing for Electric Vehicles (EVs)
- Key Points Discussed:
- The increasing weight of electric vehicles is due to their heavy batteries, with some EVs weighing 8,000-9,000 pounds.
- Limitations of current crash test machines, as many are not rated to handle the weight of larger EVs.
- Specialized machines exist for heavier vehicles like Hummers and larger trucks, but smaller, more commonly used machines may not be adequate.
- The anticipated need for higher-capacity crash testing equipment to ensure accurate safety results for the growing EV market.
Listen in to learn about the evolving safety challenges and the industry's response to heavier electric vehicles.
