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Electric cars require different regular maintenance to combustion engine vehicles. In this guide we’ll look into the mechanical differences and the different maintenance required and how regularly.
Research suggests that electric cars can cost at least 30% less to maintain versus a conventional petrol car. This is mainly due to there being fewer moving parts in an EV, which means there is less to maintain and replace as parts wear out.
In addition, regenerative braking featured on EVs uses the electric motor in reverse to slow the vehicle and recharge the battery. This means braking is more efficient and there is less wear and tear placed on the brake pads and discs, so they need replacing less often.
Click below to learn more about the first EV to join the Toyota range, All-New All-Electric Toyota bZ4X.
Whilst the electric components will need little maintenance, EVs still have serviceable parts that wear out over time such as tyres, brakes and wipers. As well as requiring replacement tyres, brakes and wipers over time, fluids such as coolant, washer and brake fluid will need topping up when required. Other serviceable parts required may include pollen filters, light bulbs and air conditioning gas.
Yes, electric cars require an MOT at the same intervals as a combustion engine vehicle. This is on the 3rd anniversary of the vehicle’s registration and then once a year from that date onwards.
Electric cars do not use engine oil like a combustion engine vehicle, so do not require frequent oil changes. They may still use oil in the gearbox however which may require an oil change.
Despite still requiring frequent EV servicing, the service is likely to cost much less as there are fewer moving parts and no engine oil. This means fewer parts are required and less time is needed to service your EV, both factors save money. One consideration is that EVs can be specified with EV specific tyres which are designed to handle the increased torque of an EV which means they could last longer and have a lower rolling resistance to increase range and interior refinement.
Click below to arrange a service for your car.
Check the owner’s manual for the service intervals or get in touch with the service department at your nearest dealership. Usually, electric cars require servicing as frequently as conventional cars. The service interval will be a set period of time (usually 12 months) or a set mileage (often 10,000 miles) and is based on whichever comes first.
At our dealerships you’ll find manufacturer trained technicians who are EV specialists, ensuring your car is in safe hands.
Electric cars are available with service plans just like conventional cars which allows you to spread the cost of servicing into one monthly payment. The service plan for All-New All-Electric Toyota bZ4X is much lower than a comparable hybrid or petrol model.
Answer all your EV related questions in our EV Help Hub.
Research suggests that electric cars can cost at least 30% less to maintain versus a conventional petrol car. This is mainly due to there being fewer moving parts in an EV, which means there is less to maintain and replace as parts wear out.
In addition, regenerative braking featured on EVs uses the electric motor in reverse to slow the vehicle and recharge the battery. This means braking is more efficient and there is less wear and tear placed on the brake pads and discs, so they need replacing less often.
Click below to learn more about the first EV to join the Toyota range, All-New All-Electric Toyota bZ4X.
Whilst the electric components will need little maintenance, EVs still have serviceable parts that wear out over time such as tyres, brakes and wipers. As well as requiring replacement tyres, brakes and wipers over time, fluids such as coolant, washer and brake fluid will need topping up when required. Other serviceable parts required may include pollen filters, light bulbs and air conditioning gas.
Yes, electric cars require an MOT at the same intervals as a combustion engine vehicle. This is on the 3rd anniversary of the vehicle’s registration and then once a year from that date onwards.
Electric cars do not use engine oil like a combustion engine vehicle, so do not require frequent oil changes. They may still use oil in the gearbox however which may require an oil change.
Despite still requiring frequent EV servicing, the service is likely to cost much less as there are fewer moving parts and no engine oil. This means fewer parts are required and less time is needed to service your EV, both factors save money. One consideration is that EVs can be specified with EV specific tyres which are designed to handle the increased torque of an EV which means they could last longer and have a lower rolling resistance to increase range and interior refinement.
Click below to arrange a service for your car.
Check the owner’s manual for the service intervals or get in touch with the service department at your nearest dealership. Usually, electric cars require servicing as frequently as conventional cars. The service interval will be a set period of time (usually 12 months) or a set mileage (often 10,000 miles) and is based on whichever comes first.
At our dealerships you’ll find manufacturer trained technicians who are EV specialists, ensuring your car is in safe hands.
Electric cars are available with service plans just like conventional cars which allows you to spread the cost of servicing into one monthly payment. The service plan for All-New All-Electric Toyota bZ4X is much lower than a comparable hybrid or petrol model.
Answer all your EV related questions in our EV Help Hub.
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