Electric vehicles have started to edge into the mainstream. The auto-buying public no longer has to take out a second mortgage to buy a Tesla as manufacturers keep adding new models to their lineup every year.
- The engines have fewer moving parts, so there is less to wear out. - EVs have a different braking method, which reduces wear and tear.
EVs also have a simplified transmission as there is no gearbox or clutch, as the electric motor delivers the direct drive, eliminating all breakdowns related to transmission.
-Tire rotations -Check coolant levels for the battery, cabin heater, power inverter, accessory power, and charger modules -Check for fluid leaks
-Inspect brakes and perform maintenance as needed -Inspect power steering, half shafts, and drive shafts for excessive wear or damage -Check the airbag system -Lubricate body components
Batteries are designed to last at least ten years. You don’t have to check your EV’s battery regularly, and if an issue arises, your car’s onboard computer will alert you to it.
Coast when you can, especially in heavy traffic, as regenerative braking only recovers a fraction of lost energy.