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  • Which is odd, because most electric vehicles (including some models of the Tesla) have better crash ratings due to having a crumple zone where the engine would be. Assuming that’s still true, there must be another factor that tips the balance towards deadly accidents. Some thoughts:

    • They are heavy cars. Maybe it’s safer for the passengers but more deadly for the other vehicle.
    • Maybe Tesla drivers are more irresponsible than other car owners.
    • Maybe the torque and acceleration is too high, causing people to lose control more often.
    • Maybe something that doesn’t get rated in the crash ratings causes deaths, eg. electric locks which are unable to open when power is lost, a likely scenario during collisions.
    • Maybe the FSD features are causing more collisions to happen.