the importance of servicing your electric vehicle
Electric cars require regular maintenance to ensure that they continue to perform at their best. Although electric cars have fewer moving parts than their petrol or diesel counterparts, they still have a range of complex systems that need to be checked and maintained. Regular servicing can help to identify and address any potential issues before they become serious problems.
Renault electric cars use advanced technology to deliver impressive range and speed. However, these systems need to be properly maintained and updated to ensure that they continue to perform at their best. Regular servicing can help to identify any software or hardware updates that are needed, which can improve the performance of the vehicle.
reasons to service your electric vehicle
maintaining your battery
safety
wear and tear
Renault Care Services
what are the differences for electric vehicle servicing?
We recommend that you take your electric vehicle to a certified technician who has the necessary training and experience to service your vehicle correctly. This helps to ensure all your vehicles needs are met and reduce your maintenance costs in future.
Renault's electric vehicles, such as the Zoe E-Tech 100% electric and Megane E-Tech 100% electric have two batteries that require regular maintenance to ensure their health and capacity. We recommend your vehicle is services annually for optimal performance
Electric vehicles use regenerative braking systems that capture energy during braking and use it to recharge the battery. The brake pads and discs, therefore, experience less wear and tear than in an internal combustion engine vehicle, but the regenerative braking system requires maintenance and calibration to ensure its functioning correctly.
The battery and motor in an electric vehicle generate heat, and the cooling system is essential to keep them at the proper operating temperature. Electric vehicles have a separate cooling system for the battery pack, and regular checks and maintenance are required to ensure its functioning correctly as it has to be replaced periodically
Electric vehicles have sophisticated onboard computer systems. These systems require regular software updates to ensure they're functioning correctly and to fix any bugs or issues.
Electric vehicles rely on charging infrastructure, which requires regular checks to ensure its functioning correctly. This includes checking the condition of the charging cables and connectors.
