The Repairability Dilemma: EV Batteries and Insurance.

Auto expert Sandy Munro has said that Tesla's Model Y battery pack has "zero repairability" after a collision, which could lead to the car being scrapped. This is a major issue for EVs, as battery replacements can cost up to $20,000. Munro's comments highlight the need for automakers to prioritize more easily repairable battery packs and allow access to battery cell data for repairs. Insurers, leasing companies, and car repair shops have been battling auto companies for access to diagnostic data, without which firms have to write off potentially damaged EVs.