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Re:Volkswagen launches its first all-electric SUV, the ID.4 by deanak on Saturday April 24, 2021 @06:57AM (#26923948)
> Tesla also uses a different battery chemistry — aluminum, in addition to the standard nickel and cobalt — than other major automakers. The battery researchers said that choice has led to maximum range because of a higher-capacity battery chemistry, though downsides included a higher fire risk and shorter cycle life, or life span over hundreds of charges.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2020/01/10/tesla-b...

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Re:Volkswagen launches its first all-electric SUV, the ID.4 by mavhc on Saturday April 24, 2021 @09:12AM (#26924620)
On the other hand, fewer charges.

I don't see any difference between Tesla and other cars on https://www.geotab.com/fleet-management-solutions/ev-battery...

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