Range Rover Electric Breaks Cover + How Long Do EV Batteries Actually Last?
InsideEVs Plugged-In PodcastShow Notes
How long do electric vehicle batteries really last in the real world? This week on The Plugged-In Podcast, Mack and Tim break down a massive new study analyzing over 500,000 EV battery health tests—and the data reveals a clear picture of long-term degradation, plus how specific EVs like the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Tesla Model Y hold up after around 100,000 miles. Plus, we dive into:
Range Rover Electric: What we know so far about Land Rover’s high-stakes entry into luxury EVs.
Nissan's Hybrid Scramble: Nissan pulled forward its Rogue hybrid launch twice as automakers without solid hybrid lineups race to meet surging U.S. demand.
Waymo's Expansion: Autonomous taxis head to new cities, including their first test in real snow conditions in Denver.
Norway's Latest EV Milestone: Looking at the astounding August sales numbers as Norway inches closer to a 100% electric market.
EVs Hit A Record 98.7% Market Share In Norway. These Are The Top Sellers https://insideevs.com/news/806799/norway-ev-sales-98-percent/ Nissan's 'Home Run' Hybrid SUV Arrives In November To Rival Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V https://insideevs.com/news/806636/nissan-rogue-epower-hybrid-suv-launch-america/ This Study Covered 500,000 EV Batteries. Some Models Aged Much Better Than Others. https://insideevs.com/news/806798/ev-battery-aging-study-2026/
Waymo's Newest City Brings Its Biggest Challenge Yet: Rides In The Snow
https://insideevs.com/news/806758/waymo-denver-san-diego-tampa-launch-day/
I Drove The $138,000 Range Rover Electric Off-Road. It Was Exceptional https://insideevs.com/news/806401/range-rover-electric-specs-drive/
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