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I'm not sure about that. People are still going to crash, and they'll need parts. EV parts are more expensive. EVs use more tires because of instant torque.
by btian 8y ago
I'm not sure about that.
People are still going to crash, and they'll need parts. EV parts are more expensive.
EVs use more tires because of instant torque.
If everything else fails, dealers can just raise their margin at point of sale.
- chc 8y agoDo EVs really go through more tires due to torque? My impression was that the difference in torque was more than balanced out by the fact that EVs tend to brake more smoothly (due to regenerative braking).
- btian 8y agoI would think so. I went through a set of tires after 11,000 miles on my Model S. They usually last 25k-30k miles on the Porsche.
- simplyluke 8y agoTire life probably had more to do with specific tire choice and driving style than EV vs. ICE.
- rconti 8y agoDealerships don't do crash repairs, typically.
- btian 8y agoThey sell parts to body shops.