EU consumer rights and EV battery durability studies

New European Union regulations, specifically Directive (EU) 2024/1799, are set to strengthen consumer rights by promoting the repair of various consumer goods. The directive aims to extend product lifespans by requiring manufacturers to provide repair services under reasonable conditions, even after warranty periods have expired. Manufacturers will be prohibited from charging unreasonable prices for spare parts or tools that might discourage consumers from opting for repairs over replacements.

In a separate development regarding electric vehicle (EV) longevity, a large-scale study by Aviloo involving 500,000 battery health tests has addressed concerns over battery degradation. The data indicates that most modern EV batteries maintain high capacity over long distances. At the 150,000 km milestone, most tested models retained between 90% and 94% of their original capacity. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 was identified as a leader in battery durability, while Tesla models were noted to fall in the middle range of the rankings.