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frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

2024 Kia EV6 Long-Term Test: Here's How My EV Tires Held Up After A Year

EV tires can degrade much faster than expected, causing noticeable handling, noise, and braking changes requiring replacement after surprisingly low mileage.
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fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
Environment

Study reveals elevated levels of tire and road microplastics in Austin's reservoirs - Austin Monitor

Microplastics—predominantly tire- and road-derived—concentrate at mouths of Austin urban tributaries and accumulate in reservoirs, posing ecological and food-web risks.
fromFast Company
3 months ago
Environment

Tires are a top microplastic polluter. Here's what communities can do

Tire wear particles contribute significantly to microplastic pollution, affecting both aquatic ecosystems and human health.
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