Drivers who ditched petrol and diesel to help save the planet face huge price rises in premiums

  • tal@kbin.social
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    1 year ago

    If the issue producing the high repair costs is large batteries, though, one would get lower repair costs.

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      1 year ago

      It’s not necessarily just that. It’s certification to work on them, and equipment costs too. The batteries are heavy, and removing them can be done by a layman but most won’t attempt it. Removing them safely and then working on the individual cell packs inside is costly. The average cost of a car diagnostic for labor is something like $200 an hour. Might be higher now. Add to that the cost of the batteries themselves and draining the cooling systems if they have them. Costs add up quickly.