The battery packs of electric vehicles are quite resilient; the lithium-ion type used in most modern EVs can last at least a ...

Teslas are expensive luxury vehicles, and as such, the repairs for a Tesla vehicle are equally expensive. That becomes even more apparent when a Tesla requires a battery replacement. On an electric ...

Replacing or upgrading the battery in an older EV can easily end up costing more than the car is worth ...

The sticker shock facing some Tesla owners is no longer about the purchase price, but the cost of keeping an aging electric car on the road. In extreme cases, a high-mileage Model S now faces a ...

Nikesh Kooverjee has been contributing to the automotive sphere for 11 years. His previous roles include Digital Editor at CAR South Africa and associate editor at CarBuzz. He has always had a strong ...

Electric cars are continuing their climb toward mainstream adoption. EV sales are steadily increasing, supported by improved charging infrastructure, growing model variety, and government incentives.

Replacing the battery in an electric car after prolonged use is necessary, but in some cases, the cost can far exceed the ...

Now that hybrid car, crossover, and SUV demands are soaring to new heights in 2025, there are a lot of consumers asking ...

Compare plans tailored to your car & budget. On average, electric vehicle (EV) batteries last one to two decades before needing replacement. Most manufacturers warranty these batteries for eight to ...