Electric vehicle batteries are proving more durable than anticipated, with a new study indicating that most used EVs retain roughly 90 percent of their original usable capacity after traveling 150,000 kilometers.
This finding addresses a primary hesitation for consumers considering a switch from petrol vehicles. Although global EV sales have surged due to rising fuel costs, long-term battery longevity remains a significant concern for potential buyers.
Current industry standards and warranty regulations typically provide coverage for eight years or 100,000 miles (approximately 160,000 kilometers). Under these warranties, manufacturers are obligated to replace the battery if its capacity drops below 70 percent.
Really? I expected degradation to be worse. How does this hold up in extreme cold climates like Canada?
That 90% figure is a huge relief. I was worried about paying for a full replacement within five years.