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EV Batteries Outliving Expectations

We had to include an Energizer Bunny reference because the batteries “keep going.” We don’t make the rules… our hands are tied here.
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EV Batteries Outliving Expectations

Like really poorly designed boomerangs, Nissan says almost none of their EV batteries have returned for recycling. Many warranties cover 8 years or 100k miles. It seems more likely a battery will outlive its first car and go on to power a 2nd with 60-70% of its capacity remaining. This surprises many who believe recycling efforts would be a significant part of EV adoption. 

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