Modern electric vehicles (EVs) demonstrate significant longevity, as evidenced by the RSEV video comparing a low-mileage Tesla Model 3 to a high-mileage taxi version. The high-mileage car, used for taxi services, still retains 88.5% battery capacity after 217,500 miles, defying expectations of major degradation. Most battery degradation happens within the first 20,000 miles, with subsequent losses showing remarkable stability. As EV technology improves, we foresee greater reliability in the powertrain, raising hopes for a future where most vehicles can reach 200,000 miles with minimal issues.
The blue taxi model had 217,500 miles on it, yet still retained 88.5% battery capacity after delivering exceptional performance over its lifetime.
Batteries in EVs degrade most rapidly in the first year; after that, the loss is much less significant, suggesting future reliability.
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