With the advent of electric cars, more and more of you are asking yourself some questions about the maintenance of these models, which are technically simpler than thermal cars, but nevertheless require some attention on several levels.

Every week on Auto Plus, whether it’s on the website or on the newsstands, we regularly discuss with you the points to check on electric cars, their maintenance or even a few things you should know about these models.

The main body of an electric car, this is his battery, and it, like all car parts, has a lifespan. It can vary depending on several factors, including vehicle model, battery technology, owner’s driving habits and environmental conditions.

In general, batteries of electric cars are designed for many years and hundreds of thousands of kilometersbut they are not eternal.

What factors affect the service life of electric vehicle batteries?

The first factor, the one that most often comes up after more than a decade of decline regarding the technology anyway, is battery technology. Different models of electric vehicles use different battery technologies, such as lithium-ion batteries. Newer, improved batteries tend to last longereven if some “older” models, such as the Renault Zoé, for example, stand out for their battery life.

Battery capacity is also a factor that can affect battery life. Larger capacity batteries can usually withstand more charge-discharge cycles before showing signs of deterioration.

Driving habits also have an effect, “aggressive” driving or frequent charging at a high level of charge can accelerate battery discharge. Let’s also not forget environmental conditions, where extreme temperatures, both hot and cold, can affect battery life.

Manufacturers also integrate a thermostat for their car batteries to keep the battery temperature within ideal limits, thereby extending its life.

When should it be replaced?

In general, many owners of electric cars can count on this their battery retains most of its original capacity for at least eight to ten years. It is no accident that manufacturers usually give a warranty on batteries for such a number of years.

However, battery capacity can gradually decrease over time, which can obviously shorten battery life. On the other hand, even when the capacity is reduced, the battery can still be used reliably, although it will not have the same capacity as when it started.

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