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Why do electric car batteries wear out?

With electric cars becoming more popular, what are the limitations of this exciting new technology?
11 April 2022
Presented by Evelyna Wang. 
Production by Evelyna Wang.

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Listener Barry wants to know, 'What causes degradation in electric car batteries, and what are the upcoming developments in EV technology?' Chloe Coates from the University of Cambridge spoke to Evelyna Wang...

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