Photo Credit: Fair Use [17 U.S.C. § 107] "Cars with 150,000 miles or more, and that have not had battery replacements, are getting at least 83% of their original range."
How Long Do Electric Vehicle Batteries Actually Last?
02 Mar 2026 | Abstracted from NPR
EV batteries are lasting far longer than early predictions. Data from the oldest EVs shows packs routinely retain most of their capacity after many years, defying 2010-era fears of rapid decline. Unlike phones or 12‑volt car batteries, modern EV packs were engineered for longevity, and real‑world evidence now shows they generally meet or exceed those expectations.
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