Crash Tests Show Guardrails Won’t Stop Electric Vehicles in an Accident

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- The article discusses the results of crash tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) on electric vehicles (EVs) and their interaction with guardrails.
- The tests revealed that current guardrail designs are not effective in stopping EVs during an accident, as the vehicles can easily penetrate or go over the guardrails, posing a significant safety risk.
- The findings highlight the need for updated guardrail designs and safety standards to address the unique characteristics of EVs, which can be heavier and have different weight distribution compared to traditional gasoline-powered vehicles.

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