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Smart fortwo Rolls out Battery Assurance Plus to Reduce EV Owner Range Anxiety
2013-05-21 04:19:00| AutomotiveDigest.com - Automotive Industry News
Mercedes-Benz USA and its Smart subsidiary are trying out something new in the electric vehicle market a way to rent the battery pack that powers the car forward. Its now the cheapest electric car on the market and owners can lease or buy the battery separately. Battery Assurance Plus also covers annual maintenance on the battery and, if necessary, replacement. Rental contract is transferable up to 10 years. Program started up by Smart from understanding consumer uncertainty about battery performance and longevity. Car shoppers need to have confidence in buying their first-ever electric car without having to worry about the battery pack dying out and seriously demanding maintenance or replacement. Read all about Battery Assurance Plus and how the Smart fortwo Electric Drive (ED) is being priced. The Article Smart fortwo Rolls out Battery Assurance Plus to Reduce EV Owner Range Anxiety appeared first on Automotive Digest.
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