Electric vehicles with high mileage are defying traditional expectations about used-car depreciation and value, according to new industry insights. Unlike conventional cars, which often lose significant worth as mileage climbs, some high-mileage EVs are holding—or even gaining—resale value due to strong demand and lower maintenance costs. Analysts point to battery longevity and efficiency as key factors sustaining their market appeal. This shift is prompting buyers and sellers to reconsider long-held assumptions about used vehicle economics.
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