The EV Range Anxiety Myth Just Got Demolished By A Billion Miles Of Real-World Data

25 Apr 2026 | Abstracted from Digitaltrends

EV range anxiety is increasingly outdated. Recurrent's analysis of 1+ billion miles shows modern EVs retain 97% of range after 3 years and 95% after 5. Many 2023 models even exceed their original EPA range today. Brands like Cadillac, Ford, Hyundai, Mercedes, and Rivian show virtually no five‑year loss. Smart engineering, hidden battery buffers, and OTA updates help EVs age far better than feared, dismantling a major consumer worry.

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