Electric Car Maintenance
The best way to keep your vehicle in safe, reliable, and efficient condition is with routine EV maintenance and care. One of the benefits of purchasing an electric car is that it needs maintenance less often than an internal combustion engine vehicle, but it’s important to schedule the maintenance it does need when the time comes. Here are a few of the simple steps you can take to care for your EV with support from our Nissan dealership.
Charge it Low
You have different options when it comes to charging your electric vehicle: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3. The benefit of Level 3 charging, often referred to as DC Fast Charging, is that it brings your battery to full charge faster, so you can get back out on the road.
That said, you want to use the lower-level chargers when possible. Charging your electric Nissan vehicle at the highest level all the time can reduce the battery’s capacity in the long-term. A good balance of charging power will help to keep your battery in good condition for longer.
Service the Battery
The most essential part in your electric vehicle is that battery. Without it, your car wouldn’t be able to run. That’s why it’s so important to schedule regular EV battery inspections, service, and repairs. Our expert team will look for signs of damage or wear and will let you know if you need any Nissan part replacements or upgrades.
Schedule Brake Maintenance
Another important system in your EV model is the braking system. EV models have regenerative braking, which means they capture the energy produced during the braking process, rather than allowing it to be lost to heat. This energy is then sent back to the battery for future use.
Regenerative braking takes some of the pressure off your brakes, but the system is more complex than a traditional braking system and needs regular care and service.
Visit Sansone Nissan for EV Care
No matter what your EV needs might be, Sansone Nissan is the dealership for you. We’ll help you kick off the Nissan financing and test driving processes, so you can find that perfect electric vehicle and keep it in the best possible condition for many more drives to come. Schedule EV service at our dealership today.