EVs, before you buy one you need to think ....

Originally posted by pintohoo: ↑

''The biggest issue is having capable staff who can preform the replacement…''

you have a 'biggest issue' for an issue or problem that barely exists

well done

There is no specific data available on the exact number of electric vehicles (EVs) in Australia that have required battery replacements. However, several points can be inferred from the available information:
1. **Battery Lifespan and Warranty**:
- EV batteries are generally designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle, often exceeding 10 years[1][2].
- Most manufacturers offer an eight-year or 160,000-kilometer battery warranty, covering defects or significant capacity loss[2].
2. **Replacement Rates**:
- In the United States, a survey of 15,000 EVs found that only 1.5% required a battery replacement, excluding defective battery recalls[2]. While this data is from the U.S., it provides a rough benchmark that could be indicative of similar trends in Australia.
3. **Battery Degradation**:
- EV batteries do degrade over time, but the degradation is typically less severe than many might expect. Most batteries retain 70-80% of their capacity after eight years[4].
- The average Australian motorist drives about 35 kilometers per day, suggesting that even with some degradation, the reduced driving range should not be a significant issue for most users[1].
4. **Recycling and Repurposing**:
- EV batteries can be recycled or repurposed for other uses, such as energy storage systems, which can extend their useful life beyond their initial automotive application[1][5].
In summary, while exact figures for Australia are not available, the need for EV battery replacements appears to be relatively low, consistent with global trends.

[1] https://www.racv.com.au/royalauto/transport/electric-vehicles/ev-car-battery-capacity-tech.html
[2] https://www.whichcar.com.au/advice/when-do-ev-batteries-need-to-be-replaced
[3] https://electricvehiclecouncil.com.au/faqs/
[4] https://www.mynrma.com.au/electric-vehicles/owning/cost-to-replace-ev-battery
[5] https://www.drive.com.au/caradvice/what-happens-to-old-electric-car-batteries/

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Design and reality are two different things…that was the mantra for NiCad batteries…if anything aircraft batteries are tested to higher acceptable standard compared to vehicles batteries