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New Study Proves EVs Are Always Cleaner Than Gas Cars


An electric truck with a 300-mile range emits 37% less CO2 than an ICE-only small car over the course of its life, according to researchers.

Last week, researchers there released a study along with a calculator that allows users to compare the lifetime difference in greenhouse gas emissions of various vehicle types and powertrains from “cradle to grave,” as they say. And, while choosing the smallest possible vehicle to fit your needs is best—regardless of what your car runs on—the researchers leave us with another major takeaway: “We estimate that powertrain electrification has greater potential for lifecycle emissions reduction relative to the benefits of downsizing alone.” Backed by a decade of covering cars and consumer tech, Adam Ismail is a Senior Editor at The Drive, focused on curating and producing the site’s slate of daily stories.

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