In the context of the development of electric vehicles, battery health is becoming a key issue for mobility stakeholders.
Alexandre Gau, Director of Remarketing at CA Personal Finance & Mobility, explains the benefits of analyzing electric vehicle batteries to encourage drivers to adopt this new motorization.
Battery health, also known as State of Health (SoH), is a key indicator for evaluating an electric vehicle. Unlike internal combustion engines, battery wear does not depend solely on mileage but varies according to several factors related to vehicle usage, such as:
Understanding these elements allows for greater transparency regarding the true value of vehicles and strengthens customer confidence in an electric car market that is still developing.
For customers, having clear information on the battery’s state of health allows them to better anticipate the vehicle’s performance over time, particularly in the context of a lease with an option to buy. Knowing the state of health at the end of the contract helps them make informed decisions, such as exercising the purchase option with confidence.
For the Crédit Agricole group, this analysis is a strategic tool that allows them to:
Battery diagnostics are essential for defining the second life of electric vehicles. Solutions developed with partners like Bib Batteries allow for remote assessment of the State of Health (SoH), offering several advantages :
This approach is part of a circular economy logic, by optimizing the use of vehicles over time.
Understanding the State of Health (SoH) helps structure the electric vehicle market, boosting user confidence and providing greater transparency about battery performance. Data shows that batteries age more slowly than expected, with an average loss of about 1 point of SoH per year, making it a reliable indicator for evaluating, financing, and reselling an electric vehicle.