[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/a-guide-to-ev-battery-life-how-to-preserve-the-health-of-your-electric-car\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/a-guide-to-ev-battery-life-how-to-preserve-the-health-of-your-electric-car\/","headline":"A Guide to EV Battery Life: How to Preserve the Health of Your Electric Car","name":"A Guide to EV Battery Life: How to Preserve the Health of Your Electric Car","description":"How Long Does An EV Battery Last? Electric vehicle (EV) drivers can expect their car\u2019s battery to have a lifespan of at least 10 years or 100,000 miles of use. That\u2019s enough to drive around the circumference of the Earth four times, so it\u2019s fair to say that you\u2019ll be able to cover a decent amount of ground! Over time, however, just like those inside laptops and smartphones, EV batteries will lose a small amount of health and effectiveness. So, […]","datePublished":"2023-08-08","dateModified":"2023-08-08","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/max-wheeler\/#Person","name":"Max Wheeler","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/max-wheeler\/","identifier":37,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/dd7d05981c650a54552c318b1741510fc7d8850afe8d276012b8833bf2eda46d?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/dd7d05981c650a54552c318b1741510fc7d8850afe8d276012b8833bf2eda46d?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shutterstock_2021600951-1.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/shutterstock_2021600951-1.jpg","height":476,"width":1000},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/a-guide-to-ev-battery-life-how-to-preserve-the-health-of-your-electric-car\/","about":["LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":856,"keywords":["ev battery"],"articleBody":"How Long Does An EV Battery Last?Electric vehicle (EV) drivers can expect their car\u2019s battery to have a lifespan of at least 10 years or 100,000 miles of use. That\u2019s enough to drive around the circumference of the Earth four times, so it\u2019s fair to say that you\u2019ll be able to cover a decent amount of ground!Over time, however, just like those inside laptops and smartphones, EV batteries will lose a small amount of health and effectiveness.So, what can you do to preserve the well-being of your electric car and its battery? cinch, the faff-free way to buy a car online, has offered some useful tips on how to keep your EV battery in good shape and help it last longer.Go for short, regular drivesWhat happens when you don\u2019t brush up your Spanish, French, or Italian? You lose your confidence and vocabulary.Similarly, if you keep your electric vehicle parked in the driveway for too long without taking it for a spin, you\u2019ll affect the battery\u2019s performance.Just like humans and fuel-powered cars, your EV needs exercise to stay on tip-top form, so don\u2019t forget to take it for a drive from time to time.As well as keeping the battery cells cycled and healthy, you\u2019ll prevent nasty surprises like flat spots on tyres caused by prolonged parking in one place.Keep EV battery charging levels between 20% and 80%Lithium-ion batteries, which are used to power most electric vehicles, tend to be more efficient when charged between 20% and 80%.In short, this is because the chemical reactions that occur in the battery are more effective within this range.Sam Sheehan, motoring editor at cinch, said: \u201cA simple trick to ensure your battery is in perfect shape for years to come is to try and keep your battery levels between 20% and 80% where possible.“This is similar to best practice with petrol and diesel cars, where letting your car’s tank run close to empty risks feeding the engine with the sludge and dirt that builds up at the bottom of the tank. And brimming them with fuel can be wasteful, as your car has to carry around a heavy load of fuel, making it less efficient.\u201cFighting the urge to have a 100% replenished battery means that you\u2019ll be gentler to your car\u2019s hardware. In turn, it will last longer and be more efficient in the future.\u201cTo keep the battery inside the 20% to 80% sweet spot, consider tweaking the settings on your car or charger. This way, it\u2019ll be easier to stay within the recommended percentages.\u201dLimit full charges for long journeysHeading off on a long road trip? In this scenario, it\u2019s worth fully charging your EV battery \u2013 especially if you won\u2019t have time to stop en route.Charging your electric car to 100% isn\u2019t harmful if you only do it every so often, but constantly juicing up the battery to the maximum can wear its performance over time.Slow charge when possibleThere\u2019s a well-known phrase that wisely states \u2018slow and steady wins the race\u2019. When it comes to electric cars, slow charging will place you in pole position for a long-running battery.While rapid charging is a blessing if you\u2019re struggling for time, slow charging your electric car will help to extend its battery life further into the future.Manage your battery through extreme temperaturesIt\u2019s worth noting that extreme weather and heat can affect the performance of your battery.This is especially true if temperatures creep above 40\u02daC, which \u2013 luckily \u2013 is a very rare occurrence in the UK.Having said that, most car models by brands such as Kia, Tesla and Hyundai have an internal cooling system that keeps the battery operating in optimal conditions.To keep the cabin as hospitable as possible, keep the air conditioning running, and when you have reached your destination, look for a parking spot that\u2019s shaded by trees or a building.Your car \u2013 and passengers \u2013 will thank you.Media information: taimar.askew@mediaworks.co.uk \/ 07554 000374About cinchcinch takes the faff out of finding and buying a used car that\u2019s right for you. You can browse thousands of cars in our range – we\u2019ve quality-checked each and every one – or try our Help Me Choose tool and narrow the search to the things that matter most to you. Once you\u2019ve bought your car with us online, we\u2019ll deliver it to your door. You even get a 14-day money-back guarantee should you change your mind.     cinch is backed by the Constellation Automotive Group, the UK and Europe\u2019s largest market-leading integrated digital car marketplace. The Group operates some of the most well-known brands in the automotive industry including WeBuyAnyCar, BCA, cinch, Marshall Motor Group and CarNext, who together employ over 16,000 people across 12 countries and provide services that involve over 11 million different vehicles each year.  Sources  https:\/\/www.rac.co.uk\/drive\/electric-cars\/charging\/how-long-do-electric-car-batteries-last\/https:\/\/blog.chargemap.com\/electric-vehicle-in-hot-weather-the-impact-on-charging\/https:\/\/thenextweb.com\/news\/is-fast-charging-bad-ev-battery-degradationhttps:\/\/www.cinch.co.uk\/electric-cars"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"A Guide to EV Battery Life: How to Preserve the Health of Your Electric Car","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/a-guide-to-ev-battery-life-how-to-preserve-the-health-of-your-electric-car\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]