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Drivers accustomed to modest, low-powered cars sometimes become far more aggressive after switching to a Tesla or another EV. The instant torque available from a standstill can prove a tempting invitation to push the limits.
That temptation may help explain how one speeding Tesla driver ended up taking an unplanned plunge into the Gulf of Mexico. The mishap is a reminder that an EV’s quick acceleration demands the same caution as any other powerful vehicle.
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