#battery-health tag

These Plug-In Hybrid EV Batteries Hold Up Best After 100,000 Miles

Just like in a fully electric vehicle, the battery in a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) loses its capacity to hold a charge over time. A new study shows which PHEV batteries stay healthy the longestand which degrade more quickly. This matters a whole lot, because EV batteries are expensive. If a PHEV's pack is defective, it may be uneconomical to repair and could potentially even render the vehicle a write-off.

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fromInsideEVs

1 month ago

Hyundai EVs Are Already Great. These New Batteries Will Make Them Better

Hyundai will roll out next-gen high-voltage batteries in 2027 that are 30% cheaper, 15% more energy-dense, and enable 15% faster charging to improve range and ownership.

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fromWIRED

2 months ago

WIRED's Guide to Buying a Used Plug-In Hybrid

Consider a newer used plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) for better battery range and smoother propulsion.

PHEV batteries can be costly to replace but are generally reliable if properly maintained.

Warranties on PHEVs include coverage for batteries, typically lasting eight years or 80,000 miles.

PHEVs are more problematic than gasoline or hybrid cars, necessitating careful consideration when buying.

fromTESLARATI

3 months ago

Tesla Model 3 hits quarter million miles with original battery and motor

The 2021 Model 3 Standard Plus has racked up 410,000 kilometers on its original battery and motor while retaining around 90% battery health.

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fromInsideEVs

4 months ago

Do Higher Miles Even Matter For Electric Vehicles?

Many used electric vehicles, such as the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Polestar 2, and Tesla Model 3, are experiencing significant price drops and incentives due to a temporary used EV tax credit that lasts until September 30.

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fromThe Verge

6 months ago