Electric Maintenance Guide


 • November 5, 2025

Electric vehicles (EVs) have become a nationwide favorite among vehicle owners in the past decade. They generate lower energy costs, deliver higher fuel economy, contain advanced battery technology, and offer environmental benefits. These features are huge selling points. EVs also require less maintenance than internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, which run on gasoline or diesel. EV owners do not need to worry about oil changes, tune-ups, or replacing timing belts, catalytic converters, exhaust systems, or spark plugs. This has made EVs increasingly popular in the past ten years.

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Next, it is important to recognize that while there are contrasting differences between EV (electric vehicle) and ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicles, both require routine services such as windshield, headlights, and suspension maintenance. EVs are expected to save owners thousands of dollars compared to purchasing a gas-powered vehicle.


Tire Maintenance

EVs weigh up to eight hundred pounds more than a traditional ICE vehicle due to the heavy battery powering the EV. The added weight on four tires will likely require tire replacement more frequently than in ICE vehicles. It’s recommended to routinely check the tire pressure and check the tires for wear and tear to catch a problem before it burns a hole in your bank account.


Brake Maintenance

You’d think that the increased weight of an EV might put more pressure on the brakes, requiring more frequent maintenance. However, this isn’t the case; EVs use regenerative braking, which reduces the effort required by the brake pads to slow the vehicle. Regenerative braking captures and recycles energy, boosting battery range and efficiency in electric and hybrid vehicles, offering smoother driving and reduced brake wear, making it possible for EV brake pads and rotors to easily outlast those of a traditional ICE vehicle.

Battery Maintenance

Electric vehicles don’t have the mechanical components of an ICE engine and rely on the battery instead, making it the most important component in your vehicle. It’s crucial you know how to properly maintain and care for your battery in the long run.

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It’s recommended you replace your electric vehicle’s battery when needed. As for charging maintenance, a good rule of thumb is to keep your vehicle at a mid-level charge. Preferably 20%-80%. It’s especially important to apply battery coolant, which extends battery life by protecting it from reaching damaging temperatures. The battery coolant is particularly important when using Fast Chargers with higher voltages and currents, which produce more heat.


Over-The-Air Updates

Over-the-Air Updates are a key feature of modern vehicles. Software-defined vehicles are becoming more common, using OTA Updates. The car company sends your vehicle software updates for improvement, allowing manufacturers to update their electric vehicles by fixing bugs or improving overall performance. OTA updates make life simple for both car owners and automakers, making cars better, safer, and more compliant in every way.


Electric Vehicle Maintenance at Shoveltown

When it comes time to service your electric vehicle, you’ll want special service from mechanics who understand the unique components of an electric vehicle and can perform the best service possible. Luckily, the team at Shoveltown in Easton is an expert on electric vehicles and is ready to provide dependable service on your electric vehicle. Give us a call or schedule online today to secure your EV service or repair! ​

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