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EVs and hybrids are twice as likely to hit pedestrians as gas cars, study shows

EVs and hybrids are twice as likely to hit pedestrians as gas cars, study shows

Look both ways — and then look again. A new study urges EV drivers to be extra cautious, as pedestrians are probably less likely to hear an oncoming electric car.

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