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Several Peugeot models, including the 308, 3008, 408 and 5008, have been recalled, according to CarExpert. Meanwhile, Reuters reports that Stellantis, Peugeot's parent group, is working with Momenta and its Dongfeng joint venture in China to co-develop intelligent driving technology. Together the news puts the French brand in the spotlight for both a safety issue and its strategy in the fast-moving Chinese EV and software market.
- 2High-mileage EV's $8,000 trade-in at risk over warranty snag▼Nearly 200,000-mile EV posts 79 battery score, and dealer says warranty snag could kill $8,000 trade-in
An electric vehicle owner with nearly 200,000 miles on the car reports the battery still scores 79, yet a dealer says a warranty issue could void an $8,000 trade-in offer. The case is drawing attention to how battery degradation and warranty fine print can affect resale values for older, high-mileage EVs.
- 3Study Finds Used EVs Hold Value Better Than Industry Claims▼Second-Hand EVs Retain Their Value Better Than Industry Claims — New Study
A new study finds that second-hand electric vehicles retain their value better than the industry has claimed, challenging the widespread belief that EVs depreciate faster than petrol and diesel cars. The finding could reassure buyers hesitant about used EVs and affect resale expectations for current owners. Details of which markets or brands were analysed were not immediately available.
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Electric car drivers could face road-use charges, according to a report by The Portugal News. The proposal would see EV owners paying for road use, as governments look to replace fuel tax revenue lost to the shift away from petrol and diesel vehicles. Details on which countries or regions would introduce the charges, and when, remain unclear.