Why your EV's battery will outlive your phone's battery - and by how much

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• A firm specializing in EV batteries studied the health of 8,000 vehicles.
• The vehicles ranged in age from 0–12 years and had mileage up to 160,000.
• The study found that EV batteries routinely last 8 years/100,000 miles.

One of the main concerns I hear about electric cars is battery longevity. It's a valid worry, given that we're accustomed to the battery in our smartphones and tablets wearing out after a few years of use. And if you think it's an expensive hassle to get your iPhone battery replaced, these costs pale in comparison to fitting a new battery in an EV (Electric Vehicle). The battery itself can cost anywhere from $5,000 to $25,000, with labor costs adding another $1,000 ...