Do Electric Vehicles Need Less Maintenance Than Gas Vehicles?

An electric vehicle may eliminate several engine-related maintenance items, but it still has tires, brakes, suspension components, climate-control systems, electrical systems, and other equipment that deserve professional attention. Some common areas of EV maintenance include:

• Tire service: EVs still depend on properly inflated, correctly aligned, and appropriately rotated tires.

• Brake inspections: Regenerative braking can reduce reliance on traditional friction brakes, but brake components still require inspection and service when needed.

• Battery system: The high-voltage battery and related electrical components can be evaluated with appropriate diagnostic equipment.

• Thermal management: EVs use systems designed to manage temperatures for important electrical components, and applicable fluids or components may require inspection.

• Suspension and steering: An EV still uses suspension and steering systems that benefit from periodic inspection.

• Wiper blades and windshield care: Washington weather makes visibility particularly important, so these basic items remain part of practical vehicle care.

Your GMC Sierra EV or HUMMER EV may have very different maintenance requirements than a gas-powered Sierra 1500, but neither type of vehicle is maintenance-free. The difference is largely in what the technicians are inspecting and servicing. Our service department can help you with your vehicle's care!

For many drivers, an EV can mean fewer routine maintenance items because there is no internal-combustion engine requiring oil changes, spark plugs, traditional engine air filters, or many of the other services associated with a gas powertrain. That can make the routine side of ownership more straightforward. At the same time, an electric vehicle introduces technology that requires technicians with the appropriate training and diagnostic equipment.

Proper EV care also extends beyond scheduled service. The way you charge and use your vehicle can play a role in supporting long-term battery health. U.S. News & World Report explained that EV owners can support battery longevity by relying on slower charging for everyday use and limiting frequent DC fast charging. The publication also recommends avoiding routine 100% charging unless specified by the automaker and maintaining a charge level of at least 20%.*

When your EV needs maintenance or service, having a team familiar with electric vehicles can make all the difference. Serving the Greater Seattle area, our service center is equipped to help care for models such as the GMC HUMMER EV Pickup and GMC HUMMER EV SUV, with the knowledge, equipment, and resources needed to support your vehicle.

If getting to the service center is not possible for you, let us bring the shop to you! We offer free door-to-door pick-up and delivery for any routine service or repair. All it takes is a quick phone call to set up a time. Once the work and a quick wash are done, your car comes right back to you at home or at the office!

From routine inspections and maintenance to diagnostics and repairs, our team can help keep your EV performing as it should. We also provide access to GM Genuine Parts and ACDelco parts and products, where applicable, giving you trusted options when your vehicle needs a replacement component or service. Schedule today!