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Why electric cars put more strain on roads

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Electric vehicles are brilliant for reducing emissions, but they harbor a heavy secret: their massive battery packs make them significantly heavier than traditional cars. This extra weight increases the wear and tear on roads, bridges, and parking garages at an alarming rate, forcing city planners to rethink urban infrastructure to accommodate the crushing reality of the green revolution.

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