Volkswagen ID. Buzz Completes 92-Country Global Journey With Battery Still at 96% Health

Volkswagen’s electric van has proven its long-term durability after wrapping up a 62,000-mile world tour with its battery retaining nearly 96% of its original capacity. According to the automaker, the ID. Buzz crossed 92 countries over the course of 445 days, logging the entire distance without a single technical failure.

The trip stands as a real-world stress test for an EV battery pack, covering varied climates, road conditions, and charging networks across continents. Volkswagen says the battery health reading came in at almost 96% at the end of the journey, a figure that will likely draw interest from shoppers worried about how electric vehicle batteries hold up over years of heavy use.

Beyond the headline range and charging specs, the results speak to the durability of modern EV drivetrains and thermal management systems. The ID. Buzz’s ability to complete such an extensive route without breakdowns also highlights the growing reliability of electric vehicles on a global scale.