Do Electric Cars Need Oil Changes?

Scheduling regular Woodhouse oil change service will help to keep your vehicle safe and efficient on every ride. That’s why we make it so easy to get the service your vehicle needs, here at Woodhouse Ford South. It’s also why we’re sharing all you need to know about the oil change process for gasoline-power and electric cars.

Oil Changes for Internal Combustion Engine Vehicles

In internal combustion engine vehicles, the oil plays many roles. It cools and lubricates the engine, so the parts don’t overheat or grind against each other. It also collects the grime from the road that otherwise might damage the engine, which is why the oil needs to be changed regularly.

With routine oil change service, you’ll keep your vehicle safe and responsive, reduce the need for costly repairs, improve vehicle efficiency, and help to maintain vehicle value.

Oil Changes for Electric Cars

While gasoline-powered vehicles rely on oil changes to run right, electric vehicles don’t need them. That’s because electric vehicles don’t use any oil at all. Rather than an engine system that relies on combustion, electric vehicles generate power using an electric motor and battery configuration.

One of the many benefits of purchasing an electric vehicle is that they require much less service than gasoline-powered cars, simply because there are fewer parts. You will never need to schedule an oil change again, once you’ve made the switch to electric power.

That said, you’ll want to schedule routine battery and brake inspections for your vehicle, to ensure maximum capacity and safety on every drive.

If you’re on the search for an alternative energy vehicle, look no further than Woodhouse Ford South. We carry a wide and growing inventory of hybrid and electric vehicles, and we’re sharing everything you need to know about making the switch to low impact driving, like maintenance best practices. Take a test drive in an EV at our dealership today.