We all know electric vehicles (EVs) eliminate tailpipe emissions but a new study shows they also slash brake dust pollution by up to 83% thanks to regenerative braking and one-pedal driving.
- EVs significantly reduce brake dust emissions, potentially by up to 83% less than gasoline cars.
- Brake dust is composed of microscopic particles that can be inhaled, posing serious health concerns and being even more harmful than diesel soot.
- Reduced brake dust emissions lead to cleaner air quality and fewer health issues associated with air pollution exposure, such as cancer and pulmonary fibrosis.
These substantial reductions in harmful particulate matter, and the direct link to preventing serious health conditions, make a compelling case for switching to an EV for health benefits alone.
Would you wait for green hydrogen or plug into the grid today?