A recent study indicates that microscopic particles from brake pads emit more toxicity compared to diesel exhaust. The findings reveal that these emissions contribute significantly to air pollution, particularly through non-exhaust sources such as brake wear. Researchers found that brake pads with higher copper concentrations increase harmful effects, especially to lung cells. Given that non-exhaust pollution sources are now the majority of vehicle emissions in the UK and Europe, the study underscores the need for regulation and awareness surrounding the health impacts of all vehicle-derived particulates.
Microscopic particles from brake pads can be more toxic than diesel vehicle exhaust, indicating that pollution from cars persists even with electric vehicles.
The study highlights that brake dust is a major contributor to particulate matter emissions, challenging the misconception that electric vehicles produce zero emissions.
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