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Rivian CEO issues strong statement about people who purchase gas-powered cars: ‘Sort of like building a horse barn in 1910’::"I don't think I would have believed it."

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[–] set_secret@lemmy.world 9 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

There is a common misconception that EV batteries die within five years, forcing owners to buy a new car. However, this is not the case.

Battery technology has improved significantly, and new types of batteries, such as Li-S batteries and lithium titanate batteries, have the potential to last the life of the car or even outlast it[1].

Many EV manufacturers offer warranties for their batteries, typically ranging from 8 to 10 years or more, indicating that the batteries are expected to last for a significant portion of the vehicle's life[1].

With proper care and maintenance, EV batteries can last for a considerable amount of time, and ongoing research and development efforts aim to further improve battery performance and longevity.

Citations: [1] https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/bf453504da210fe289e61421933334ee811026b4

[–] meat_popsicle@sh.itjust.works 0 points 1 year ago

Show me any car using Li-S or Lithium Titanate batteries that is sold and on the roads today.