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Electric Vehicle Maintenance Tips

Now that you have purchased an electric vehicle, you may be wondering what kind of maintenance it will need to keep it running in top condition. You don’t have a gas-powered engine to take care of, but you will need to keep your battery in top shape and have your tires and brakes checked regularly. Contact us with any questions about maintenance on your Kia.

 

 

Electric Vehicle Battery Maintenance

The battery in your EV is one of the most important parts, not to mention the most expensive to replace. Taking care of your battery on your daily drives around Leominster will save you money and headaches. Here are some electric vehicle maintenance tips to keep your battery in good condition:

  • Don’t overcharge your battery. Charging the battery to 100 percent all of the time shortens the life of the battery. Lightning chargers are convenient, especially for road trips, but try to do most of your charging at home on a 120 or 240-volt setup.
  • Don’t let your battery run out too often. Letting the battery go to zero isn’t good for it either. Try to keep your EV charged between 20 and 80 percent most of the time for your Leominster drives.
  • Drive in moderate temperatures. Temperature extremes will wear your battery out faster, too. 

Electric Vehicle Maintenance Schedule

Your electric vehicle maintenance schedule depends on what you are driving around Fitchburg. If you have a fully electric vehicle, you will still need to have your tires checked and rotated. You will also need to have the brakes inspected and fluids topped off. Both of these need to be done every 5,000 or six months, depending on where and how much you drive. If you have a hybrid or plug-in hybrid, your maintenance schedule will be similar to a gas-powered car because you still have a gas engine. You will need to get regular oil changes every 7,500 miles or so. Use the convenient online service scheduler to get your next appointment at Ron Bouchard Kia.

Electric Vehicle Maintenance Costs

One of the best things about owning an EV is the low cost of maintenance. You don’t have to worry about an engine, tune-ups, a coolant system, or an alternator. Electric vehicle maintenance costs run around $0.06 cents per mile, while a gas-powered car costs around $.10 a mile to maintain. If you drive about 15,000 miles a year around Gardner, your electric vehicle maintenance will cost about $600 per year.

Visit Ron Bouchard Kia for Your Next EV Checkup! 

Come to Ron Bouchard Kia to keep your electric vehicle running right. If you aren’t driving electric yet, stop by and take a look at our hybrid and electric inventory today!

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Service Rebates Labor & Parts Purchases

Purchase Rebate
$70 – $125 = $10 OFF
$126 – $180 = $20 OFF
$181 – $235 = $25 OFF
$236 – $290 = $30 OFF
$291 – $345 = $35 OFF
$346+ = $40 OFF

* Rebates must be taken in discount. Can not be combined with other offers. One per customer, per order amount, excluding tax. Excludes tires and fluid exchanges. See Service Team Manager for details. Limited time offer.

Free Diagnostic Scan Got A Light On?

We will run a diagnostic scan on your vehicle and report back on the next steps needed to turn the lights off.

* Limited Time offer. Coupon must be presented at time of write-up. Most makes and models. One per customer. Can not be combined with any other offer. See Service Manager for details.

Free Battery Test

We will test your battery condition, inspect cables & connections.

There is never a good time for a battery to die, so make sure your car’s battery is good to go. Get a free battery test today!

Coupon must be presented at time of write up. Limited time offer. Prices are subject to change without notice. Most makes and models. One per customer. Can not be combined with any other offer. See Service Manager for details.

Fluid Exchange Services Your Choice!

Buy 1, Save $20 Buy 2, Save $30 Buy 3, Save $40

– Drive Line Service – Brake Fluid Service – Power Steering Service – Cooling System Service

Coupon must be presented at time of write- up. Limited time offer. Prices subject to change without notice. Most makes and models. One per customer. Can not be combined with any other offer. See Service Manger for details.

10% OFF Accessories

Present this coupon for 10% off any in stock accessories purchase.

* See Parts Manager for details. Can not be combined with other offers. Limited time offer. Installation not included. Over the counter retail purchases only.

10% OFF

Cabin Air Filter Present this coupon for 10% OFF Cabin Air Filters.

*See Parts Manager for details. Can't be combined with other offers. Limited time offer. Installation not included. Over the counter retail purchases only.

$25 OFF

$200+ Parts Purchase at Ron Bouchard’s Parts Department

*Over the counter retail purchases only. Excludes tires. One coupon per customer, per transactions. Can not be combined with other offers. Labor not included.

$40 OFF

$300+ Parts Purchase at Ron Bouchard’s Part Department

* Over the counter retail purchases only. Excludes tires. One coupon per customer, per transactions. Can not be combined with other offers. Labor not included.

Military Service Discount

10% Off Labor for active and retired military.

*Limited time offer. Coupon must be presented at time of write - up. Excludes batteries and tires. One per customer. Can not be combined with any other offer. See Service Manager for details.

High Mileage Special

10% - 15% OFF LABOR

10% OFF Labor for vehicles with 100,000 – 125,000 miles 15% OFF Labor for vehicles over 125,000 miles

Coupon must be presented at time of write-up. Limited time offer. Most makes and models. Prices subject to change without notice Excludes batteries and tires. One per customer. Can not be combined with any other offer. See Service Manager for details.

Wash, Buff, & Wax

$119.95

– Full-Service Wash – Interior Vacuumed – Dash Dusted – Hand Wax – Exterior Vinyl Cleaned & Protected

Interior Detail

$176.95

– Full-Service Wash – Door Jambs Cleaned – Windows Cleaned – Shampoo Upholstery & Carpet – Interior Vinyl & Leather Conditioning – Truck Shampoo & Conditioning.

Exterior Detail

$176.95

– Full-Service Wash – Door Jambs Cleaned – Dash Dusted – Interior Vacuumed – Windows Cleaned – Exterior Machine Buffed – Exterior Paint Surface Waxed with Sealant – Exterior Vinyl & Rubber Cleaned and Protected.

Complete Detailing

$263.95

– Tar & Bug Removal – Full-Service Car Wash – Interior Vacuumed – Shampoo Upholstery & Carpet – Interior Vinyl & Leather Conditioning – Exterior Machine Buffed to Remove Surface Scratches and OXidation – Patin Glaze to Restore Moisture & Luster – Door Jambs CLeaned – Windows Cleaned & Protected – Mag or Spoke Wheels/ Hub Caps Cleaned & Protected.

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