The hidden costs of EV ownership: Does it make sense to install a new battery in an older electric car? – Car News

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‘Electrified’ hybrid vehicles have been offered in the Australian new car market for over 20 years, with pure-electric models widely available for more than a decade.

And with some older hybrids and EVs now getting to the point where gradual degradation will have compromised their battery’s ability to hold a useful charge, the question is does the cost of a new battery make sense?

Estimates vary on how long an electric car’s battery should last with factors like…

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