Could electric car batteries outlast the vehicles themselves?


Electric car batteries wear out less than expected. — AFP Relaxnews

When making the switch to an electric vehicle (EV), many motorists worry about whether their car’s battery will retain its full capacity over time, and whether it will need to be replaced after five or 10 years.

A recent study suggests that battery degradation is relatively insignificant, and that an EV battery’s lifespan could even exceed that of vehicles themselves.

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