Rodents incapacitate millions in eco-friendly military equipment

[kwillia]

Keep on keeping on eco-nazis.

Weaponry systems in Ukraine, many of which were supplied by European countries, have been rendered unworkable, not due to Russian interference, but because of damage caused by mice and other rodents. Seemingly, these creatures have developed a preference for cable insulation made of corn fiber over synthetic materials. This predilection leads to malfunctioning electrical installations, rendering the expensive equipment essentially worthless, and requiring rapid overhauling.

MSN

 

[vraiblonde]

That's the best laugh I've had all day.

 

[RoseRed]

Go green yall!

 

[DaSDGuy]

Lots of cables and wires in EVs. This could get interesting. Chomping on a main power cable could cause injury.

 

[vraiblonde]

And this Google ad pops up:

 

[dave20]

Same problem with a lot of cars that have wiring insulated with material made of soy beans.

 

[TPD]

What do you expect? Corn and soybeans ARE used to feed animals…

 

[PeoplesElbow]

Same problem with a lot of cars that have wiring insulated with material made of soy beans.

It is a current problem, many vehicles have gone in for repair due to animals chomping on their wire harnesses. I know Hyundai and Toyota have this issue, probably others.