4 Key Points About Electric Car Repair
If you’re in the North York area of Ontario and you own an electric vehicle, or are considering buying an EV, here are four key points to consider about electric car repair.
1. Electric Cars Typically Require Less Repair Than Gas-Powered Vehicles
Electric vehicle owners report having to pay less for maintenance and repair than they did when they owned gasoline-powered vehicles. There are numerous possible explanations for this, one of which is obvious: there’s less to go wrong in an EV. There are multiple parts within traditional internal combustion engine vehicles that don’t even exist in electric automobiles.
Electric vehicles don’t have spark plugs, engine oil, or fuel filters, so you won’t have to spend any money replacing them. You also don’t have to worry about going through the hassle of having an emissions test. Simply put, power train maintenance should cost less in an EV because there are simply fewer parts and less work involved.
Another key difference with electric vehicles is the brakes. EV brakes usually last longer than brakes on gas-powered cars. This is because electric vehicles employ regenerative braking. This is a process that harvests deceleration energy to top up the batteries, and it also saves on disc and pad wear.
2. There Are Some Services That EV’s Need More Than Others
Every vehicle is different. Where you drive, how you drive, and just plain old luck, all play parts in the repairs and service your vehicle will need. However, there are some maintenance services that electric cars require fairly frequently. These include:
- Air conditioning maintenance (about every two to six years, depending on the model)
- Brake calipers (at least once a year to be safe)
- Brake fluid test (approximately every two years)
- Cabin air filter (approximately every two years)
- High-efficiency particulate air filter (about every three years)
3. Electric Cars Are Still Cars.
While there are significant differences between EV’s and traditional gas-engine cars, most of the parts are the same outside of the engine. Tires, suspension, windshield wipers, and lights all need the same service in an EV as they require in any other vehicle. For example, tire balancing and rotation are still key services for electric vehicles.
It’s wise to switch to all-weather or winter tires before the cold weather arrives, regardless of the vehicle you drive. Furthermore, EV’s still require transmission maintenance, AC repair, wheel alignments, and more.
4. You Can’t Get Electric Car Repairs Everywhere. . .but You Can At R&S Auto In North York.
Many prospective EV owners worry about finding the service their cars will need. If you are in the North York area, you need not worry about that. R&S Auto offers a wide array of electric car repairs and maintenance services. You can rely on us to get your electric vehicle working efficiently and safely. We have the right equipment, the best technicians, and fair prices.
To book an appointment for electric vehicle repair or maintenance, please click here. To learn more about electric vehicles, how they work, how they are serviced, or about our other services and products, please contact us via our website or call 416-748-9300.