AVILOO explains why balancing cell voltages is crucial for range, performance, and safety in modern electric vehicles.

Recent headlines suggested that sporty or “dynamic” driving could extend the lifespan of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. These claims were linked to the study “Dynamic Cycling Enhances Battery Lifetime” (Nature Energy, December 2024). However, this interpretation is misleading. AVILOO, a global leader in battery diagnostics, sets the record straight.

When buying a used electric vehicle (EV), the battery is the most critical component—and often the biggest unknown. Its health determines range, performance, and resale value. The State of Health (SoH) metric was introduced to provide guidance, but what does it really mean? And why can results vary so much? AVILOO, the global leader in independent battery diagnostics, explains the facts and offers solutions for clarity and trust in the EV market.

Since June 2025, AVILOO customers have benefited from an even more precise and intelligent battery diagnostic system that not only brings greater transparency to the used EV market, but also turns the often-cited obstacle of the EV battery into a true selling point—thanks to the independent battery certificate.

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