Batteries don’t last forever, but they should have a good service life in an electric car. Learn more about performance and warranty.
We’ve all had our experiences with rechargeable batteries. Installed in laptops and smartphones, they become less powerful after a while or can no longer be charged properly. There are also various tips and tricks to extend the battery life. With an electric car, however, it should be different. You will certainly think twice about a purchase and then you also want to know that you can use the vehicle as long as possible. One advantage is that the Have the battery or individual modules replaced – the cost of a new battery does not have to be a deterrent. They are not always immediately in the range of a new small car.
Which batteries are installed in electric cars?
For electromobility have Lithium Ion Batteries enforced. They have been on the market since 1991 and have practically taken it by storm. In 2019, the inventors and further developers were then also honored with the Nobel Prize. Lithium-ion batteries are more powerful and, conveniently, lighter. They also tolerate fast charging and have no loss of lifespan and high current output, even when they are almost completely discharged. Nevertheless, your battery and thus your electric car will benefit if you don’t wait until zero to reconnect to the power supply.
How long do batteries in electric cars last?
In fact, the batteries in electric cars last longer than is often thought. For a good decade you don’t have to worry about that. Are you keeping the car that long? In the following video you get a summary of the lifespan of the batteries and what guarantees the manufacturers give. Of course, there are also tips and tricks on how you can extend the service life.
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