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science-and-technology1 year ago•3 min saved

"Rivian R1T and Heavy EVs Expose Highway Safety Concerns"

Scientists at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln conducted a crash test using a 7,000-pound Rivian R1T electric truck to demonstrate the hazards of overweight electric vehicles, showing that American guardrails are not strong enough to stop such heavy EVs. The test, sponsored by the US Army Engineer Research and Development Center, aimed to assess the readiness of protection measures against the growing number of EVs on the road. With EVs weighing 20-50% more than traditional vehicles, there is an urgent need to re-examine the designs of roadside barriers to accommodate for the changing composition of the vehicle fleet.

via CarBuzz|

#crash-test #evs #rivian-r1t

transportation1 year ago•4 min saved

"Guardrail System Fails to Withstand Heavy Electric Vehicle Impact in Crash Tests"

Crash test data from the University of Nebraska indicates that the nation's guardrail system is not designed to handle the extra force of heavy electric vehicles, which typically weigh 20% to 50% more than gas-powered cars due to their batteries. Concerns have been raised about the safety risks heavy electric vehicles pose in collisions with lighter vehicles, as well as the compatibility of guardrails with electric vehicles. More testing and collaboration between transportation engineers and vehicle manufacturers are needed to address this issue.

via The Associated Press|

#crash-tests #electric-vehicles #guardrails

transportation2 years ago•10 min saved

Parking Garage Safety Concerns Rise as Demolition Continues.

The recent collapse of a century-old parking garage in New York City has raised concerns about the safety of aging parking structures, particularly with the increasing weight of electric vehicles. Structural engineers warn that the added weight of vehicles, combined with underfunding and lack of maintenance, can lead to collapse. Recommendations include increasing load limits on concrete parking-garage floors, adopting a greater load when designing new buildings, and managing buildings in a different way to reduce overloading. Inspections and testing are also crucial to ensure structural safety.

via Curbed|

#building-maintenance #electric-vehicles #parking-garages