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Is there such a thing as an ethical electric car?

I want to switch to an electric car to save money on gas and repair costs, but I’m concerned about the ethics of the manufacturing process and using electric power. Is there such a thing as an ethical electric car?

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Allison Stone · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Buying an
electric car
can be a great investment for anyone looking to save money on gas and be more eco-friendly.
When it comes to the question of ethics, it’s hard to say if any car being made can be 100% ethical or completely eco-friendly. The process of mining the raw materials and manufacturing electric cars has come into question, due to the environmental impact that mining can have on the communities it takes place in.
However, the EPA has stated that, over their lifetime, electric cars on average do tend to produce fewer carbon emissions overall than gas-powered cars.
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