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Electric Car FAQs: Do EVs Need Maintenance?

CleanTechnica EVs

In this FAQ series, we’ll explore that 1% of the time that EVs are just different enough to require some explanations. Electric cars are just like gas cars — until they’re not.

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Electric Car FAQs: How Long Do Electric Cars Last?

CleanTechnica EVs

In this FAQ series, we’ll explore that 1% of the time that EVs are just different enough to require some explanations. Electric cars are just like gas cars — until they’re not.

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Reader Question: High Mileage & Long-Term EV Maintenance

CleanTechnica EVs

continued] The post Reader Question: High Mileage & Long-Term EV Maintenance appeared first on CleanTechnica. For people who only lease EVs and switch to a new one every 2-3 years, this generally matters very little, as you don’t usually get to the point.

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What is a solid-state battery?

EV Central

EV FAQ: All your electric car questions answered READ MORE: Will my battery go flat if I leave my EV parked for too long? Many modern 12-volt batteries instead use a goopy acidic gel electrolyte, removing the need for maintenance. READ MORE: Do EV batteries wear out? So what’s an electrolyte? Two types of material are used.

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Choosing an Eco-friendly Vehicle: Hybrid vs. Electric Cars

EV Connect

Understanding EV Maintenance Since EVs don’t use oil or transmission fluid, they require less frequent maintenance than ICE vehicles or hybrids. However, a plug-in hybrid EV still has more components and moving parts that require maintenance, which increases its overall carbon footprint for both manufacturing and ownership.

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Utilize The ODOT Community Charging Rebate To Fund Your Oregon EV Charging Project

EV Match

FAQ What is the ODOT Community Charging Rebate? When ready, applicants can submit an application for their Oregon EV project to ODOT’s Community Charging Rebate program using this link. An EV charging station installation rebate program by the Oregon Department of Transportation. How much do the rebates cover?

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Common Questions About Electric Vehicles

Electric Driver

Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular as people look for ways to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on fuel and maintenance costs. However, many people still have questions about how these vehicles work, their benefits and limitations, and how they can be charged.