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Table 1 Summarised micro-EV benefits
From: Exploring city propensity for the market success of micro-electric vehicles
Micro-EV Characteristics | Benefits |
|---|---|
Electric battery | Minimum pollution, Low running costs |
Small size | Low initial costs, Occupy minimum road and parking space, Less resources needed to build the battery, Smaller end-of-life disposal impact, Fit-for-purpose solution |
High manoeuvrability | Ease of operation, More suited to city driving |
Limited top speed | Reduced danger when driving |
Driver’s licenses/insurance not needed in certain countries | Ease of use and convenience |