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<p>Increasing volumes of electric vehicles (EVs) are likely to have minimal impacts
on roads in general, including on deterioration and longevity. Vehicles have been
increasing in weight for many years, driven by consumer choice and improving safety
and environmental performance technologies. While some EVs are heavier than their
internal combustion engine (ICE) equivalents, there are many examples where EVs are
lighter than the heaviest ICE vehicles currently on the market.</p><p> </p><p>Maximum
axle weight or gross vehicle weight limits are in place to avoid excessive road wear
and damage. Heavy commercial vehicles, rather than passenger vehicles, are the dominant
factor determining road design and weight limits.</p><p> </p>
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