New Energy Battery Lifespan?
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New energy vehicle batteries typically have a lifespan of around 6 years. Here are the relevant details: After 6 years of use, electric vehicles are more prone to malfunctions. It is recommended to replace the battery promptly to address a series of issues caused by battery aging, such as significantly reduced range, decreased storage capacity, and slower charging. The battery's lifespan also depends on the owner's maintenance habits. For instance, gentle acceleration when starting, avoiding prolonged exposure to direct sunlight (as high temperatures accelerate battery aging), and preventing operation in extremely low temperatures (which reduces range) are essential. Additionally, the charging process should be stopped once the battery is fully charged, as prolonged charging is not beneficial. Over-discharging should also be avoided.
As a veteran electric vehicle owner with five years of experience, I believe battery lifespan primarily depends on usage habits. Avoid frequently draining the battery completely before recharging; maintaining a charge level between 20% and 80% is optimal for battery health. In summer, try to park in shaded areas as high temperatures are particularly harmful to batteries. My neighbor's Model 3, which was fast-charged to 100% daily, lost 15% capacity in three years, whereas I've limited charging to slow charging and 80% capacity, resulting in only 7% degradation after four years. LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) batteries are more durable than NCM (Nickel Cobalt Manganese) batteries but suffer more range loss in winter. Most manufacturers warranty batteries for 8 years or 70% capacity, but with proper care, they can easily last a decade.
