Vehicle maintenance is a key part of owning any car. However, EVs are designed with cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art components, meaning electric car maintenance tends to be cheaper compared to the upkeep of petrol and diesel cars.

Find out all about electric car servicing in this helpful guide.

There are a few elements in particular that will need to be examined during your electric car servicing appointment. These include:

With no more than 20 components on average, an electric motor has fewer parts than the combustion engines found in petrol and diesel cars. This means that less maintenance is required. During your electric car service, the motor will be checked for any abnormal noises, which may highlight any wear and tear.

Again, like their motors, EV batteries require little maintenance as they have no moving parts. The mechanic will check performance, and any damage will show up in the data. If you want to reduce the chance of damaging your battery cells, there are a few things you can do, such as:

• Avoiding extreme temperatures
• Slow charging instead of rapid charge when you can
• Using the car regularly

As electric cars don’t use engine oil, no oil changes are required. EVs use completely different drivetrains, so you’ll never have to worry about routine oil changes. Your electric car relies on coolant that flows through the thermoregulation system to prevent the batteries from overheating. This only needs to be checked and topped up if necessary, but unlike petrol and diesel cars, it never needs to be changed.

One of the most innovative features of electric cars is their regenerative braking. This is used alongside conventional brakes and makes braking more efficient, resulting in less wear and tear. Occasionally, the brake pads and discs may have to be replaced - but this is the case with any vehicle.

Electric cars, typically heavier than combustion-fuelled vehicles due to the weight of their batteries, require specific types of tyres to manage this additional weight and their accelerating power. Maintenance of these tyres is key to ensuring the safety and efficiency of your EV. This maintenance includes regular rotations as indicated in the owner’s manual, maintaining the correct tyre pressure, and replacing tyres when they become worn.

It is important to note that the minimum legal limit for tyre tread depth in Europe is 1.6mm. However, in addition to tread depth, the age and production date of the tyres should also be considered. Tyres degrade over time, even if they're not used. This degradation can affect their performance and safety. Therefore, it's recommended to check the production date of your tyres and consider replacing them if they are over a certain age, typically around five to six years, regardless of their tread depth. Regularly scheduled services should include an assessment of tyre age, along with tread depth checks, to ensure optimal performance and safety of your electric vehicle.

At Honda, we're dedicated to offering exceptional one-off electric car servicing, expertly handled by Honda-trained technicians. Our service plans are designed to provide complete peace of mind, ensuring all your servicing needs are covered and paid for in advance.