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Default Lets have green public transport


"Dave Plowman (News)" wrote in message
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Doctor Drivel wrote:
More weight to lug around and accelerate ..


One cancels the other out - batteries vs
heavy & bulky metal parts. You
eliminate a large heavy engine and
its large heavy transmission.


Try looking at the weight (and weight distribution)
of the Tesla you're so keen on. It is based on a
petrol engined car


There is the problem. It was not designed for battery packs. A car designed
with battery packs in mind would be designed for optimum weight
distribution and very low centre of gravity.

Once into full production of a dedicated EV/EV range extender car and the
essential batteries, prices will tumble as there are fewer parts.

Make a new years resolution..."I must think properly before typing".