[traceroute66]

> Obviously if you don't need a new car, it's a really bad financial decision to buy one.

I dunno ....

At least two EV manufacturers offer a 7 year warranty on new cars on all parts INCLUDING the battery.

[vkou]

Replacing whatever is broken in your 10-year old car will on the net cost less than the amortized cost of buying a new one.

[physicsguy]

I'm no proponent of PCP or leasing but you have to admit there is a hassle factor invovled once they hit a certain age + mileage.