The story of Californian David Blank has become one of the most telling examples of modern electric vehicle durability. His 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range has covered over 500,000 kilometers while retaining 92% of its original battery capacity. This is particularly noteworthy given its use of NCM chemistry, which is theoretically less resistant to degradation than popular LFP cells.

Blank works as a private driver and spends dozens of hours behind the wheel daily, so his mileage accumulated rapidly. Throughout its entire service life, the car has only required six sets of tires and seven cabin air filters. The original brakes remain intact, and there have been no powertrain failures or breakdowns.

Charging the car
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The LG Energy Solution battery demonstrates stability thanks to careful usage—the owner never lets it discharge below 20% and charges it to 90% every night. This regimen significantly extends battery life by reducing stress on the NCM chemistry.

It’s worth noting that in the United States, the Mustang Mach-E remains Ford’s only passenger electric vehicle: sales of the F-150 Lightning have been scaled back, while the E-Transit is aimed at the commercial market. Against this backdrop, Blank’s case strengthens buyer confidence in the model’s durability and the broader EV lineup from the brand.

Now the driver has set a new goal: to cover a distance equal to a round trip to the Moon—roughly 765,000 kilometers. Given the battery’s condition, the car appears ready for the challenge.