How long does a battery last? What is the replacement cost? And a few more good tips for maintaining battery life … (the modern alternative to allowing the turbo to cool down to RPM before dimming the engine).
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The electric vehicle market has burst into our lives in recent years and revolutionized. It is strange to adapt to the thought that we no longer need to refuel our vehicle and instead the energy is obtained from a battery. It is a green revolution that contributes to the environment and reduces air pollution created as a result of fuel-powered vehicles. If you too are interested in purchasing an electric vehicle and want to get information about its battery life, you can read about all the information that is important to know in this article.
So how long does an electric car battery last? From a number of studies done in this area, it has been found that the average battery life in new electric vehicles can stand at 12 years, until it is necessary to replace it and purchase a new battery. In terms of charging time, after a full charge the battery should hold for a journey of several hundred kilometers – usually between 300-400 km.
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Not many people know that one of the most expensive components in an electric vehicle is its battery. Prices for batteries of electric vehicles can range from thousands of shekels to hundreds of thousands of shekels, and sometimes rise just like the price of the vehicle itself. Below is a limited sample of the type of electric vehicle, the years of warranty that it has, and the price of a new battery suitable for this vehicle:
Type of electric vehicle | Years of warranty | Battery price |
MG VS EV | 8 years | 40,000 ₪ |
Audi e-TRON | 8 years | Between 100-200 thousand NIS |
jaguar i-Pace | 8 years | About 300,000 NIS |
As can be seen from this limited sample, battery prices for electric vehicles are not low at all. If there is any damage to the battery during the first 8 years after purchasing the vehicle, you can replace it with the warranty terms at no extra charge. If the damage occurs after the end of the warranty period, you will have to bear the cost of purchasing a new battery.
The cost of the battery itself listed above is joined by the costs of replacing the battery and servicing the garage. The number of hours of work required to replace a battery should also be taken into account, along with some parts that may also need to be replaced in addition to the battery.
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When purchasing a new electric vehicle it comes with a number of years warranty on the battery as per the decision of the manufacturers, usually it is about 8 years. In other cases, the warranty is realized until a certain mileage: 150 or 160 thousand km, depending on the manufacturer. As part of the warranty years, it will be possible to receive various repairs at zero cost and even replace the battery if necessary at the company’s expense, depending on battery wear or failure. functioning.
Because this is an expensive business it is important to know how to conserve the battery life of your electric vehicle. We will list some essential tips for preserving battery life and reducing damage to its capabilities:
1. Reducing the length of time along the battery of a vehicle is fully charged: It is recommended to limit the charging of the battery to a capacity of 80% and even 90% of its total capacity. Only if you plan to go on a particularly long trip is it advisable to charge it to its full capacity, but in any other case, overcharging the battery will damage its long-term life.
2. Driving in a way that saves energy: Driving in a way that saves energy is essential for maintaining the longevity of your battery. It is advisable to avoid speed accelerations, jumps, and speed competitions with other vehicles. In general, calm and careful driving is recommended not only to preserve battery life but also to preserve your life as a driver and of those who are with you in the vehicle.
3. Calculated use of the fast charge option: If there is no urgent need to make a quick charge, it is recommended not to do so. Too frequent use of the fast charge option adversely affects the battery life so it should only be done when you really need to. It is therefore advisable to purchase Home charging station for electric vehicle Which can help you make the most of charging your vehicle.
4. Reducing the exposure of the electric vehicle to extreme temperatures: Extreme cold or heat will damage the battery efficiency of the electric vehicle, just as it will damage the battery of a smartphone or any other electrical device. Therefore, it is advisable to charge the vehicle in the shade and take care of balanced heating or cooling conditions of the vehicle.
In conclusion, although the price of an electric car battery can reach a very high range and sometimes rise like the vehicle itself, but it is important to know that after purchasing the car there is a full warranty on all its parts for several years, and there are ways to save battery life. The first. The world of electric vehicles promises a green revolution and reducing damage to the environment, and by using the car battery properly you can take part in this revolution.
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