Re:Changes to Models S and X allow them to travel longer wit...
by logifail on Wednesday April 24, 2019 @02:12PM
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> Batteries have also proven they last well over 200k miles
For some value of "last" ... what percentage degradation are we seeing at 100k, 150k, 200k miles?
> The standard length of operation of a gas ICE doesn't compete with electric
Can you expand on this statement?
As I've pointed out before[0], the ICE vehicle I drive cost $13,800 new including all taxes, and its servicing needs (and costs) and depreciation curve are all well understood.
For some value of "last" ... what percentage degradation are we seeing at 100k, 150k, 200k miles?
> The standard length of operation of a gas ICE doesn't compete with electric
Can you expand on this statement?
As I've pointed out before[0], the ICE vehicle I drive cost $13,800 new including all taxes, and its servicing needs (and costs) and depreciation curve are all well understood.
EVs? Not so much.
[0] https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=19238680