How Outdated Engineering Models Distort Today’s EV & Road Charges Debate

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By Michael BarnardDec 6, 2025, 12:26 pm94 ptsTrending
The debate about vehicle weight and road damage shows how quickly a simple idea can gain traction even when the underlying evidence is thin. Commenters often reach for a familiar claim that heavier vehicles must be responsible for increased road wear. The argument sounds reasonable at first glance and it ...…

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