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Old 08-03-2010, 07:48 AM   #7
blue2000s
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Originally Posted by Tranlm
For those of you who are doubtful about using energy from electricity, remember that gas has to be processed from oil as well. THAT in itself requires a lot of energy and pollution.

Yes, using electricity does come mainly from coal powered plants. However, you will still end up polluting less than you would driving a gas powered car.

HTH
Where are you getting your information?

What's the pollution break down between gasoline production and electricity production? How much pollution is created in constructing the electric car vs the gasoline powered car? How much of the car is recycle-able when it's done it's job?

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