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A Hyundai Kona electric is 15% heavier than the Hyundai Kona ICE version. I was under the impression that damage to the roads due to weight followed a power la
by suture 4y ago
A Hyundai Kona electric is 15% heavier than the Hyundai Kona ICE version. I was under the impression that damage to the roads due to weight followed a power law. I think I’m right in my assessment.
https://streets.mn/2016/07/07/chart-of-the-day-vehicle-weight-vs-road-damage-levels/ https://streets.mn/2016/07/07/chart-of-the-day-vehicle-weigh...
- hedora 4y agoOk, but accessories like power seats also add weight. 15% is a few hundred pounds. That's nothing compared to changing vehicle class or frame dimensions. If you're willing to not have a front trunk, you can get a smaller, nimbler car with similar safety and legroom.