What Happens When an Electric Vehicle Battery Dies?

August 29, 2022

So electric vehicles. More and more, they seem like a reality of the future. Maybe you won’t own one this year or in the next few years, but someday it’s quite probably you’ll have one. Or a family member or friend may buy one.

But EVs don’t have engines. They only have the battery (hybrids being another topic altogether). So you might be wondering. What happens if your electric vehicle’s battery dies? We’ll get into it in the top story.

Other Highlights:

• The U.S. Navy strapped some cameras to some dolphins, and why are you still reading go watch this video.
• Bad news for Apple Maps users.
• We put together the best Audiobook apps you can download. You’re welcome!
• …and more!

-Josh

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