Are Electric Vehicles Reliable?

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Curious about electric car reliability? EVs are more reliable than vehicles with internal combustion engines. This is because they have far fewer parts. Whereas the average engine block incorporates hundreds of moving parts that need to be maintained and replaced, your electric vehicle relies on a battery, a transmission, and a motor. With fewer, simpler parts, there are fewer opportunities for a breakdown on Thomasville, GA roads. Take a moment to learn more about the benefits of EVs. Then, explore our selection of electric vehicles, fill out a pre-approval, and contact Dale Earnhardt Jr Buick GMC to schedule test drives in Tallahassee!

Are Electric Vehicles Cheaper to Maintain?

Not only are electric cars reliable, but they’re also far cheaper to maintain because they have fewer parts. The Yale Climate Connection performed a study that determined that EVs are 40% less expensive to maintain than gas vehicles. Here are just a few of the components that Crawfordville drivers will no longer have to maintain or replace when they service their electric vehicles. Say goodbye to:

  • Oil changes
  • Gasket replacements
  • Belt replacements
  • Spark plugs
  • Cooling system flushes
  • Engine air filters
  • And so much more!

Furthermore, EV brakes more slowly than gas-powered vehicles of the regenerative braking technologies they feature!

What Maintenances Do EVs Need?

To properly maintain an EV, Panama City should always consult their vehicle’s owner’s manual and follow the service intervals that it recommends to optimize electric vehicle reliability. That said, here are the most important maintenance considerations when it comes to EVs:

  • Make sure to properly care for your battery, as its charge capacity will shrink over time. The biggest culprit behind decreased battery range is regularly driving on a low battery.
  • EVs are heavier than gas vehicles because of their huge batteries. They also deliver instant torque. Therefore, your tires will wear down a bit faster, so it’s especially important to stay on top of wheel alignments and tire rotations.
  • You’ll need to replace coolant, brake fluid, and windshield wiper fluids more often.
  • Stay on top of software updates to ensure your EV is running as smoothly and efficiently as possible.

Have More Questions About EV Reliability?

If you have unanswered questions, or you’d like to schedule to test drive an electric Buick,GMC, give Dale Earnhardt Jr Buick GMC a call at (844) 681-5085. We’ll happily answer any remaining questions you have about whether electric cars are reliable, and arrange for you to test drive the lineup of Buick,GMC EVs in Tallahassee. In the meantime, take a moment to explore our other car-buying tips, and don’t forget to explore our new vehicle specials to see how much you can save!

 

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Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between March 3 2025 and April 30, 2025, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 72 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by April 30, 2025. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details.

*HUMMER EV is available from a GMC EV dealer. Monthly payment is $16.67 for every $1,000 you finance. Average example down payment is 13.1%. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 3/31/25.**Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between March 3 2025 and April 30, 2025, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 72 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by April 30, 2025. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details.

*2025 BUICK Encore GX 0.9% APR for 36 months for well-qualified buyers when financed w/GM Financial. Monthly payment is $28.16 for every $1000 you finance. Average down payment is 18%. Some customers will not qualify. Take new retail delivery by 4/30/2025. Deferred monthly payments for 90 days. Must finance with GM Financial. Down payment required at signing, if applicable. Offer not available in PA. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with lease and some other offers. **Based on MSRP of $29,495. MUST BE A CURRENT OWNER OF A 2011 MODEL YEAR OR NEWER NON-GM VEHICLE OR A CURRENT LESSEE OF A 2020 MODEL YEAR OR NEWER NON-GM VEHICLE FOR AT LEAST 30 DAYS PRIOR TO NEW VEHICLE SALE. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 4/30/2025. ***Deferred monthly payments for 90 days. Excludes residents of PA. Must finance with GM Financial. Some customers may not qualify. Down payment required at signing, if applicable. Finance charges accrue from date of financing.  Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 4/30/2025.

*AVAILABLE ON THE TURBOMAX ENGINE. MUST BE A CURRENT OWNER OF A 2011 MODEL YEAR OR NEWER BUICK OR GMC VEHICLE OR A CURRENT LESSEE OF A 2020 MODEL YEAR OR NEWER BUICK OR GMC VEHICLE THROUGH GM FINANCIAL FOR AT LEAST 30 DAYS PRIOR TO NEW VEHICLE SALE. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 4/30/25.**2025 GMC Sierra Models with TURBOMAX Engine 0.9% APR Length of contract limited. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 4/30/25 see dealer for details. ***Well-qualified customers who purchase a new, used, or certified pre-owned vehicle, 4 model years or newer with less than 60K miles between March 3, 2025 and April 30, 2025, and finance through a participating dealer and lender have the option to defer monthly payments for 90 days from contract date. Finance charges begin to accrue on the date you sign the Retail Installment Sale Contract at the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) disclosed in the contract. May not be combined with other preferred lender financing offers. 72 months maximum term limit. Equal monthly payments only. Not available to Pennsylvania residents; see your dealer for details. Must take retail delivery by 4/30/2025. See dealer for complete down payment and interest rate options and details.

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