What Maintenance Does An Electric Car Need?

If you want to move to an environmentally friendly vehicle for your New Albany rides, a new Toyota electric car can be the perfect choice. With electrified SUVs, trucks, and minivans at our dealership near New Albany, there’s an option that can elevate your existing commute.

When browsing for EVs, you might be wondering, “What maintenance does an electric car need?” In the following guide, Toyota of Louisville will answer “Do electric cars need maintenance?” and spotlight what are some common services you’ll need to schedule. For more information, contact our service team online.

Electric Car Maintenance – The Basics

Do electric cars need maintenance? Yes, they do, but it’s unlike what you might experience when servicing a traditional gas-powered vehicle. While you might be familiar with oil changes or spark plug replacements, electric cars don’t need these services.

That being said, the maintenance on electric cars will require scheduling regular trips to our Toyota service center near Elizabethtown. Among what you can expect are the following: 

• Tire rotation
• Wiper blade replacement
• Cabin air filter replacement
• Fluid replacement – Coolant, transmission fluid, washer fluid, etc.
• Battery inspection
• Suspension and steering inspection
• Safety inspections – Safety technology, airbags, etc.

Remember, if you have any questions about maintenance on electric cars, you can always call our service team at 502-935-1433.

How Often Should You Come in For Electric Car Maintenance?

Now that you have an answer to “What maintenance does an electric car need?” you might be asking when to schedule service. Compared to gas-powered cars, which have to be serviced every 7,000 miles on average, electric vehicles are designed to last much longer between service visits and operate on the following schedule:

• Brake Fluid: Every 20,000 miles or two miles
• Pollen Filter and Air Filter: Every 20,000 miles or two miles
• Battery Coolant: Lifetime change if replaced
• Tire Rotation: Check and rotate every 10,000 miles or one year
• Wiper Blades and Windshield Wiper Fluid: Check every 20,000 miles or two years

Keep Up With Regular Electric Car Maintenance at Toyota of Louisville!

After exploring what maintenance on electric cars is required, turn to our dealership near Lexington with the experience you deserve. At Toyota of Louisville, our technicians are here to make sure your electrified ride is working at peak performance.

Check out our service specials and see how much you can save on your next visit with us. Explore the world of electric vehicles near New Albany with Toyota of Louisville!