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The thermodynamics of electric vs. internal combustion cars
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this post was submitted on 03 Sep 2024
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ACEEE actually thinks that Prius Prime emits the least pollution for cars today, including EVs.
https://www.aceee.org/greener-cars
EVs universally weigh more, leading to more PM2.5 / micro plastics pollution from the brakes and tires. (Remember that Prius / Hybrids also have regenerative braking, so EVs cannot take Regen as an advantage).
Weight is key. Not only for pollution but also for efficiency. Prius / Prius Primes lighter weight allows for higher efficiencies.
Prius is on the list if you look it up and would be in the top 10. But I think ACEEE preferred encouraging people to buy the Prius Prime instead of something.
Yes, the Prius has a lot going for it. I personally would rather have a smaller EV instead, but that's not an easy thing to find right now, either.