222 - The EV Tyre Episode

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary delves into the topic of electric vehicle (EV) tyres, addressing common myths and facts surrounding their efficiency, wear, and particulate emissions. The discussion covers the role of tyres in vehicle efficiency, the impact of driving style on tyre wear, and the misconception that EVs produce more tyre particulates due to their weight. The episode also introduces innovative solutions like the Tyre Collective's device for capturing tyre particulates and explores the broader implications of tyre and brake dust on environmental pollution.You'll have heard the stories going around social media about the impact that heavier EVs are having on tyre wear - they're wearing out quicker and pushing particulate matter into the air.Well, as with most social media stories the truth is a little less dramatic. This week we look at tyre wear in EVs.This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their charging.Links in the show notes:The Tyre Collective3. The implications of electric vehicle uptake for non-exhaust emissions | Non-exhaust Particulate Emissions from Road Transport : An Ignored Environmental Policy Challenge | OECD iLibraryKiteX - Cool ThingThe Tyre CollectiveFully Charged Show Episode on KiteXFairCharge 'Little Book of EV Myths' | RAC Media CentreEpisode produced by Arran Sheppard at Urban Podcasts: https://www.urbanpodcasts.co.uk(C) 2019-2024 Gary Comerford Social Media:Patreon Link: http://www.patreon.com/evmusingsKo-fi Link: http://www.ko-fi.com/evmusings EVMusings: Twitter https://twitter.com/MusingsEvand Facebook http://www.facebook.com/The-EV-Musings-Podcast-2271582289776763Octopus Energy referral code (Click this link to get started) https://share.octopus.energy/neat-star-460'So, you've gone electric?' on Amazon : https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07Q5JVF1X'So, you've gone renewable?’ on Amazon : https://amzn.to/3LXvIckUpgrade to smarter EV driving with a free week's trial of Zapmap Premium, find out more here https://evmusings.com/zapmap-premiumMentioned in this episode:Zap MapThe EV Musings Podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the go-to app for EV