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My (US) state DOT paved over the concrete highways with rubberized asphalt for similar reasons. The asphalt doesn’t last as long, but it’s quieter and cheaper

My (US) state DOT paved over the concrete highways with rubberized asphalt for similar reasons. The asphalt doesn’t last as long, but it’s quieter and cheaper than concrete repairs. It’s also something that uses up old tires.

jankotek 6y ago
It releases nano particles, not great for breathing.
kolinko 6y ago
Yeah, rubberized asphalt is pretty much standard in Europe, and it's awesome :) The stuff in Germany parent mentioned is next gen even quieter.