Are cars lasting longer than they used to? – new video uploaded to AP Video Hub

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Shaver says that cars are more durable and perform better than they did 20 years ago. At the same time, new cars cost around 25 percent more and used cars cost 40 percent more than they did before the COVID-19 pandemic. Shaver believes these factors together have led drivers to hold on to their cars longer. He says conventional vehicles can last up to 13 years if cared for properly. Shaver expects electric cars will not last as long as other vehicles due to wear and tear on the battery. With ongoing challenges in the supply chain and labor markets, he believes that car prices will continue to increase.