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Wednesday, 23 November 2011

Hybrid fender benders save people and the planet

Posted to Sydney Morning Herald (19/11/2011) on 19/11/2011 at 5:58 AM
Commenting on "Hybrid fender benders save people and the planet"

http://smh.drive.com.au/motor-news/hybrid-fender-benders-save-people--and-the-planet-20111118-1nmhb.html

A heavier car means more materials used, and therefore bigger carbon footprint. While the number of hybrid cars is still small, disposal of batteries is not a major concern as yet. However, the day will come when this will present a big challenge and the impact will negate any "green" quality, making such technology environmentally unfriendly. So, can anyone come out with a recyclable green battery design?