A study by Mayo in the U.S. reveals that people with a pacemaker can safely drive a hybrid or electric vehicle.
Researchers wanted to see if the electromagnetic interferences generated by the electric motor could have ill effects on a pacemaker.
The study involved 30 people and a Toyota Prius. Tests were conducted at speeds of 50 km/h and 100 km/h, under acceleration and deceleration, as well as in different areas of the vehicle.
Overall, these interferences are not powerful enough to send a heart attack signal to the pacemaker, although it remains a possibility in an infinitely small number of cases.
While no definitive conclusions were drawn, future tests with other EVs will provide a clearer picture.
Source :cnetfrance.fr
Researchers wanted to see if the electromagnetic interferences generated by the electric motor could have ill effects on a pacemaker.
The study involved 30 people and a Toyota Prius. Tests were conducted at speeds of 50 km/h and 100 km/h, under acceleration and deceleration, as well as in different areas of the vehicle.
Overall, these interferences are not powerful enough to send a heart attack signal to the pacemaker, although it remains a possibility in an infinitely small number of cases.
While no definitive conclusions were drawn, future tests with other EVs will provide a clearer picture.
Source :cnetfrance.fr
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