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Tesla Lithium Battery Lifespan Explained

Let's cut through the marketing speak. Tesla claims their lithium-ion batteries retain 70-80% capacity after 1500 cycles or 8 years. But here's the kicker - that "or" does heavy lifting. In Phoenix heat, we've seen Model S batteries degrade 12% in just 3 years. Meanwhile, Norwegian owners report 94% capacity after 6 winters. Temperature matters more than calendar time.