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Electric vehicle maintenance guide
With fewer mechanical components, electric vehicles require less routine maintenance. As a general rule, this means they are cheaper to maintain than their petrol or diesel equivalents.
Even though there is less to go wrong, it’s still important to know that EVs need regular servicing. Read our guide to understand the costs of electric car maintenance and what you must take care of, from coolant levels to tyre pressure and battery maintenance.
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Are electric vehicles cheaper to maintain?
Discover if electric vehicles are cheaper to maintain in this guide — explore maintenance costs, common repairs, and how EVs compare to petrol and diesel cars.
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