An electric car avoids combustion-engine oil changes but still needs tyres, brakes, filters and model-specific inspections. Follow the exact vehicle schedule rather than assuming an EV is maintenance-free.
Build the schedule from the manual
List tyre pressure and wear checks, brake inspection, cabin filter, brake-fluid requirements and any cooling-system service. Do not apply one brand’s coolant interval to another. Inspect charging cables visually and have faults assessed without opening high-voltage components.
Why low brake use still needs attention
Regenerative braking can reduce friction-brake use, but discs and moving brake parts still need inspection. Climate, road salt and driving pattern influence condition. Follow the manufacturer’s cleaning or servicing guidance rather than improvising hard-braking routines.
Make a cost worksheet
Separate scheduled service, wear items and unexpected repairs. For a purely illustrative year, £180 inspection/filter work + £120 allocated tyre wear = £300; an unplanned repair is additional. These are not market averages. Compare written quotes for the same model and include warranty coverage and exclusions.
