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Finishline42

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6. The problem with people needing battery replacement in EV's is we don't know how

Reply to Caribbeans (Reply #4)

Mon Aug 12, 2024, 06:44 PM

Aug 2024

They were used.

I'm going to find out. Bought a 2021 Model Y in Dec with 39,000 miles on it.

I drive Uber/Lyft and put about 5,000 miles a month on it. Had a Tesla charger installed at home - runs on a 50 amp circuit - Level 2. Charge to 85% and rarely drive below 20%.

I happened to drive a Tesla employee, didn't get details of where, but he was convinced the battery would last 10 years. I asked at 5,000 miles a month? haha

I read a story of an Uber driver whos battery died at 125,000 miles in England. He charged to 100% twice a day at a Tesla super-charger - Level 3. My bet is that's what killed his battery.

Again, I will find out...

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Second-hand electric cars become cheaper than petrol and diesel for first time [View all] Judi Lynn Aug 2024 OP

One Missing Piece Vivid Lizard Aug 2024 #1

Almost never does an EV need a new battery. CoopersDad Aug 2024 #3

100% False Caribbeans Aug 2024 #4

every battery starts to die, every gas engine does, as well. CoopersDad Aug 2024 #5

The problem with people needing battery replacement in EV's is we don't know how Finishline42 Aug 2024 #6

They would be good for a family, 2nd car. -- kids to school, grocery store, 3Hotdogs Aug 2024 #2