Paving the way for sustainable road transportation
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چکیده
The mass production of the four-wheel automobile in early 20th century changed human mobility forever. These suddenly “affordable” oil-fueled transportation boxes allowed us to move faster, range further, and triggered a dramatic transformation built environment. Unfortunately, this has also inflicted significant environmental harms. Recognition these harms led many propose prioritize vehicle electrification as sustainable solution.
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: One earth
سال: 2023
ISSN: ['2590-3322', '2590-3330']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oneear.2023.01.001