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[–] vividspecter@aussie.zone 1 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Only if we continue to buy absurdly large vehicles. Electric hatchbacks and sedans are lighter even with battery weight included.

And if people won't change on their own, then tax the vehicles based on weight.

[–] ryannathans@aussie.zone 4 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago) (1 children)

My petrol car is 900kg

The closest electric replacement is 1500kg to 1600kg

[–] prex@aussie.zone 1 points 2 days ago (1 children)

...with more room inside.

The difference is not that big

2025 byd dolphin (big battery): 1658kg

2025 Corolla Ascent Sport Hev, 1.8l: 1430 kg

[–] ryannathans@aussie.zone 2 points 2 days ago (1 children)

You're still comparing a hybrid to an electric lmao

[–] prex@aussie.zone 1 points 2 days ago

2025 corolla gts: 1510kg (ok, its awd)