Mr. Frank Barr:

One could maintain the efficiency and the range of one's car by changing its battery every now and again. My car has 122,000 km on the clock and I have lost perhaps 10% capacity, which I do not think is bad for a car with that mileage. If I were to lose another 10% capacity, I have the option of paying €6,000 for a new battery and that would be like getting a brand new card. There is practically no servicing required on an electric car. I had my national car test two weeks ago and the breaks have never been adjusted or changed; they are still operating at 96% efficiency because the car has regenerative breaks. The technology of the cars is very good. The body and motor of the car will probably last, it is only the battery that one might need to change. I could maintain the current range by changing the battery. I do not know if that answers the Deputy's question.