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EV battery warranties: What eight years and 70% really cover
An EV battery warranty can cover a defect or a defined capacity threshold, not a return to day-one range. A US-focused checklist for buyers and owners.
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Used-EV warranty sales are surging, but the battery may not be covered
RAC dealers sold more used-EV warranties in six months than during all of 2025. The rush makes sense, but buyers need to read past the word electric.
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That used EV says its battery is healthy. The number may not mean what you think
A 1,114-vehicle study found onboard battery-health figures often missed real capacity gaps of 12 to 25 percent, which is why a used-EV percentage still needs an independent check.
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Used EV prices are firming: inspect the battery, not just the bargain
Used electric cars can still be good value, but a firmer market makes battery evidence, charging checks and warranty details the real negotiating tools.