Are electric cars less harmful to the environment as some may argue?
Well, for me they appear like that at the moment you turn the ignition and there are no gases emitted from the exhaust. But then, I think it goes beyond the smoke. For example, the production process such as making of car batteries could still contribute to environmental pollution.
Nope. The batteries are hurtful in the creation and then what to do afterwards ???
The batteries are more toxic than anything.
I think batteries are the worst thing about electric cars/bikes. There seems to be no safe way to dispose them. Worse yet, it looks like they cant be recycled. Bad for the environment.
I will do a more detailed reading and research on this. But I still belive that the net effect is positive....even if you factor in Lithium-ion exploration and mining. However, I will get back to your with data and figures latr on.
Due 2 the weight of battery packs used by the EV, an EV weighs much more than an ICE car. This means the tires have 2support the extra weight. That means the tires will emit more particulate matter N2 D air than would tires from an ICE car.
I didnt even consider this aspect of harming the environment, but its still significant. EV companies wont want to admit that they have less than a perfect product.
Most EV owners are so focused on tailpipe emissions they aren't aware of other factors such as recycling useless batteries or what's needed 2get D EV moving. Companies also want EVs 2B like ICE cars when they should really B made as EVs.
You are right. Its not all about the gases from the exhaust. The entire life cycle should be considered. Gasoline vehicles also have their own contributions to pollution. I think we are supposed to make more conscious decisions and use the means of transport that does less harm to our environment.