CroatiaA Norwegian woman purchased a used electric Kia Soul for 5,500 euros, expecting a range of up to 200 kilometers in summer. However, after driving just 36 kilometers, the vehicle stalled due to a significant reduction in range. The seller initially provided optimistic estimates, but upon inspection, technicians discovered a technical fault in the high-voltage battery. While the local peace council acquitted the seller, the district court ruled against him, stating the information provided was inaccurate. The seller has appealed the decision, highlighting concerns about the reliability of second-hand electric vehicles and the importance of test drives and battery health assessments.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced account of the legal dispute between the buyer and the seller, citing both the local peace council’s acquittal and the district court’s ruling. It does not take a clear ideological stance on the issue of second-hand electric vehicles, focusing instead on factual legal
