EV/Hybrid Maintenance

EV Maintenance at Stanley Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Gilmer

Taking care of your vehicle is important, especially if you plan on keeping it for a long time. When you’re looking at purchasing an electric model near Tyler, Gilmer, or Longview, you’re going to want to know how to properly take care of it, and what kind of maintenance you might need. When your vehicle needs service, you’re going to want to head to Stanley Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Gilmer, where our mechanics can quickly solve your issue. 

Battery vs. Engine

When you’re dealing with an engine, temperatures don’t matter quite as much, you’ll be able to combat the cold with the extreme heat that it generates, and you’ll have a hardworking cooling system for hot days. While batteries enjoy the benefit of a cooling system as well, they can still be heavily affected by heat. You’ll also find that cold temperatures can decrease your overall range, as your battery will have to put in much more effort for you to get going. If you have a garage, it’s best practice to keep your vehicle inside, where it’ll be shielded from the outside temperature. You’ll also want to pay attention to how you charge your battery. If you consistently overcharge or undercharge your battery, it’s going to affect its overall life. When you want to make sure that your battery lasts as long as possible, you’ll want to keep it between 20 and 80 percent. 

Your Wheels

Tires are incredibly important, and they’re something that you’re going to have to worry about regardless of your model. When you’re trying to make sure that your tires are in good shape, you’re going to want to make sure that you schedule a:

• Wheel Balancing: Your tires don’t all weigh the same amount. This can be the cause behind a bumpy ride, and will heavily impact your performance. A wheel balancing makes sure that they all weigh about the same. 
• Wheel Alignment: When your steering wheel is telling you to veer off the side of the road, you’re going to need a wheel alignment. When your wheels are unaligned, your tires experience heavier friction and your wheel may even pull in a certain direction.
• Tire Rotation: Rotating your tires can prolong their overall life, saving you money in the long run. Not every tire receives the same amount of friction, but rotating them can make sure that they all have a similar amount of wear. 

Keeping Track

When you’re trying to make sure that your vehicle doesn’t break down on you, the best thing you can possibly do is research. When you own your vehicle, you’re going to want to know what parts it has in the first place, so that you can get an idea of what might need service in the future. For example, a Plug-in Hybrid uses electricity as a fuel source, but it also uses gasoline. While you might charge it like a normal EV, you’re still going to need to worry about oil changes and other services. If you’re curious about your current model, you can either look through your owner’s manual for answers, or you can simply do a quick search online. Proper maintenance can save you money down the road, as you shouldn’t have to worry about any big, surprising repairs.