What Maintenance Does An Electric Car Need?

2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV Under Northern Lights
 

Wilmington drivers who own an electric vehicle like the Mercedes-Benz EQS often visit the shop or service center less often than drivers of gas-driven vehicles. That’s because electric car maintenance is far less involved. There are fewer components in a purely electric vehicle, designed to last for several years and tens of thousands of miles. What maintenance does an electric car need? The service center at Mercedes-Benz of Wilmington is here to help, so let’s talk about the proper care of electric vehicles.

What Maintenance Does an Electric Car Need?

Maintenance on gas-driven cars happens much more frequently than electric vehicles like the Mercedes-Benz EQB. That’s because electric car maintenance involves fewer parts. What care does an electric vehicle need? Some items must be maintained on conventional and electric vehicles (EV). Check your owner’s manual for the frequency that these items need to be done, changed, or replaced.

Maintenance on an Electric Car vs. a Gas-Driven Car

Electric Car Maintenance

  • Tire Rotation, Balance, and Replacement
  • Coolant Flush and Occasional Top Off
  • Belt and Hose Replacement as Needed
  • Brake Fluid Top Off
  • Brake Pad Replacement

Gas-Driven Car Maintenance

  • Oil Change and Lube
  • Tire Rotation, Balance, and Replacement
  • Coolant Flush and Occasional Top Off
  • Spark Plug Replacement
  • Belt and Hose Replacement as Needed
  • Brake Fluid Top Off
  • Brake Pad Replacement
  • Transmission Fluid Change
  • Fuel Filter Replacement
  • Fuel Pump Replacement as Needed
  • Battery replacement as Needed

Trust Your Electric Vehicle to the Experts at Mercedes-Benz of Wilmington

Maintenance of an electric car should be left to a trained professional, especially when replacing electric motors or battery packs. Fortunately, the experts in our service center have plenty of experience maintaining and repairing electric vehicles. And we make it so easy that you can schedule an appointment online. While you’re here, check out our service specials. We’re down the road from West Chester, PA and Newark, so drop by or contact us today!

 

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