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Re:Toyota Will Adopt Tesla-Style Cast Bodies That Might Be I... by brucethemoose2 on Saturday October 07, 2023 @01:54PM (#37803936)
Maybe batteries will get good enough (hence small enough) to not become a stressed part of the frame in the near future.

This would also lighten EVs, which has a tremendous number of benefits.

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Re:Toyota Will Adopt Tesla-Style Cast Bodies That Might Be I... by 60Vhipx7b4JL on Saturday October 07, 2023 @02:41PM (#37804357)
The castings and frame are incredibly strong. Or in other words; when those are damaged, the rest of the car is likely beyond economical repair. Even without insurance. Tear it appart for parts.
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