A new study indicates that EVs are less likely to be involved in front-end collisions, with only 26% of EVs in repairable incidents compared to 32% for ICE cars. This is attributed to advanced driver-assistance technologies, including lane-keeping and front-crash avoidance systems. The newer model year of EVs compared to gas-powered vehicles means these systems are particularly effective, leading to statistically safer front-end collision rates for EVs.
Interestingly, while EVs are less likely to hit a vehicle from the front, they experience a higher rate of rear-end collisions, with 36% of repairs involving rear impacts. This perhaps points to driver unfamiliarity with regenerative braking in EVs. The study emphasizes that as more drivers transition to EVs, they might not anticipate the difference in stopping dynamics compared to traditional gas-powered cars, leading to more rear-end incidents.
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