Every how often do you need to replace the batteries on a 2002 Global Electric Motorcar (GEM)?

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Also is it a good deal for $1,000?

Answer 1

You may find this rather interesting toward the bottom is an issue with batteries

Answer 2

It is according to what type batteries. My experience is only with lead-acid batteries in cars, golf carts, and stand alone solar systems. I would not plan on more than 3-4 years life. Some may last longer, but capacity is much reduced with age.

Answer 3

Battery life is usually described in recharge cycles. It will also be determine by depth of discharge. (how flat the battery gets) and how fast they are charged.

GEM claim a range of up to 30 miles. If this is means ideal conditions and dead flat batteries, then a couple dozen or so of these trips could easily damage the batteries.

http://www.gemcar.com/models/

In the case of the GEM ,which uses deep cycle gel lead acid batteries. If you were to travel only 10 miles between charges

you should expect 350-400 battery cycles. If you charge at shorter intervals you will get even more cycles

http://www.ebatteriestogo.com/Trojan_GEM...

Judging by the prices on this site a grand sounds about right.

Have a chat to a few battery retailers they may be able to fix you up with another brand (same amp/hours or more).

Lithium Ion will cost a lot more up front (and you will need a special charger). They should last much longer and will be a fraction of the weight. Only mentioned because it could be a better long term option.