by Paul A. Lauto, Esq.
Last year electric vehicles (EVs) accounted for approximately 5.8% of all new vehicle sales. In an effort to increase this number to 50% of all new vehicle sales by 2030, the Biden administration is offering tax credits up to $7,500. Owning an EV has even become a symbol of prestige to many. However, one of the increasingly glaring issues with EVs, is the fact that these vehicles may be thousands of pounds heavier than their gasoline powered counterparts. The inordinate amount of pounds associated with EVs, is attributable to the weight of the batteries.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has warned that the weight of electric vehicles presents a safety risk when involved in accidents. For example, the battery pack alone in an electric Hummer vehicle weighs 2,900 pounds or the approximate weight of an entire Honda Civic. When an electric vehicle is involved in an accident, simple physics dictates that the instant delivery of power providing faster acceleration coupled with the thousands of pounds of extra weight, result in potentially far more serious injuries and death.
According to the National Bureau of Economic Research, the motor vehicle death rate probability increases by 47% when struck by a vehicle with an additional 1,000 pounds. This is particularly alarming, especially when considering the fact that many electric vehicles today can be up to 3,000 pounds heavier. In the past, people who drove large trucks and SUVs were often castigated for the danger they presented due to their size and weight. But today a Ford F-150 Lightning EV pickup, weighs 2,000-3,000 pounds more than the gasoline version of the same model and is potentially far more dangerous.
Increased risk of injury and death to all users of the road, the rising cost of electricity, limited range, a lack of charging stations, high purchase price and EMF exposure are just a few reasons to give one pause before purchasing or leasing an electric vehicle. Perhaps the best way to keep up with the Joneses, is to not.
Long Island Attorney
Paul A. Lauto, Esq.
www.liattorney.com
Last year electric vehicles (EVs) accounted for approximately 5.8% of all new vehicle sales. In an effort to increase this number to 50% of all new vehicle sales by 2030, the Biden administration is offering tax credits up to $7,500. Owning an EV has even become a symbol of prestige to many. However, one of the increasingly glaring issues with EVs, is the fact that these vehicles may be thousands of pounds heavier than their gasoline powered counterparts. The inordinate amount of pounds associated with EVs, is attributable to the weight of the batteries.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has warned that the weight of electric vehicles presents a safety risk when involved in accidents. For example, the battery pack alone in an electric Hummer vehicle weighs 2,900 pounds or the approximate weight of an entire Honda Civic. When an electric vehicle is involved in an accident, simple physics dictates that the instant delivery of power providing faster acceleration coupled with the thousands of pounds of extra weight, result in potentially far more serious injuries and death.
According to the National Bureau of Economic Research, the motor vehicle death rate probability increases by 47% when struck by a vehicle with an additional 1,000 pounds. This is particularly alarming, especially when considering the fact that many electric vehicles today can be up to 3,000 pounds heavier. In the past, people who drove large trucks and SUVs were often castigated for the danger they presented due to their size and weight. But today a Ford F-150 Lightning EV pickup, weighs 2,000-3,000 pounds more than the gasoline version of the same model and is potentially far more dangerous.
Increased risk of injury and death to all users of the road, the rising cost of electricity, limited range, a lack of charging stations, high purchase price and EMF exposure are just a few reasons to give one pause before purchasing or leasing an electric vehicle. Perhaps the best way to keep up with the Joneses, is to not.
Long Island Attorney
Paul A. Lauto, Esq.
www.liattorney.com
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