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250,000 Miles and Counting, David’s Mustang Mach-E is Going the Distance - CleanTechnica

250,000 Miles and Counting, David’s Mustang Mach-E is Going the Distance - CleanTechnica
Source: cleantechnica
Author: @cleantechnica
Published: 8/21/2025

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The article highlights the impressive durability and real-world performance of the 2022 Mustang Mach-E through the experience of David Blenkle, who has driven over 250,000 miles in his electric SUV within just over three years. David, who operates a private car service in Santa Cruz, California, chose the Mach-E for its dependability, passenger comfort, and cost efficiency. His extensive use of the vehicle, including providing complimentary rides for veterans to VA appointments, demonstrates the Mach-E’s reliability and practicality for high-mileage commercial use. Despite concerns often raised about electric vehicle battery longevity, David’s Mach-E battery remains healthy after 250,000 miles, still delivering around 290 miles per full charge, aided by practices like limiting daily charging to 90%. Ford’s engineering and warranty standards are underscored by David’s experience, which surpasses the typical 8-year/100,000-mile battery and drivetrain warranty. His maintenance routine is straightforward, involving tire rotations, inspections, and cabin

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