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Electric Vehicles, Buying Guides, Technology September 5, 2026

EV Battery Health: Mercedes, Hyundai and BMW Rank Ahead of Tesla

A large analysis of used electric cars sees Mercedes, Hyundai and BMW leading in battery health. Tesla models land in the lower third – for buyers, checking the battery condition now matters.

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Electric Vehicles, Technology, Buying Guides September 3, 2026

Major EV Battery Study: Batteries Last Longer Than Many Buyers Expect

A global analysis of more than 500,000 battery tests shows: Most electric car batteries lose comparatively little capacity in the first 50,000 kilometers. Charging behavior, battery capacity, and the variation between individual vehicles remain decisive, however.