Are electric car batteries recycled? Can batteries be re-used? Are electric cars better for the environment? Sponsored by Formula E
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What happens to old electric car batteries when they wear out? Can electric car batteries be recycled, re-used, and is any of it cost effective. In this video we look at not only road cars but also race cars, and learn about what happens to electric car batteries after they can no longer provide a useful charge. We'll look at the Nissan Leaf, as well as what Formula E plans to do with the batteries from Seasons 1-4.

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