Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about Hyundai hybrid and electric cars?

Here at our Alcoa, TN Hyundai dealership, we know that drivers from all over the greater Knoxville, TN area are on the fence about buying or leasing a new Hyundai hybrid or electric car. In fact, one of the things that we consistently note holding drivers back from buying or leasing a hybrid or EV is the worries about maintenance cost. Luckily, we can answer all your most frequently asked questions about Hyundai hybrid and EV maintenance to assuage those fears and help you determine if one of these exceptionally efficiency vehicles is the right fit for your lifestyle.

How often do I need to have my hybrid or electric vehicle's battery charged?

Not all that often! In fact, with most Hyundai electric vehicles, it's not even recommended that you charge up your vehicle every night, just every so often to keep the battery charge between 30 and 80-percent. With plug-in hybrid cars, you can plug-in whenever you feel like, as the battery will help to enhance the vehicle's efficiency and support power output. And with a pure hybrid car, you don't need to worry about charging, as the vehicle will self-charge with regenerative braking naturally.

Is the maintenance schedule different for a Hyundai hybrid or electric vehicle?

Not significantly. In fact, most Hyundai hybrid and electric vehicles have maintenance schedules that fall roughly in line with those of conventionally powered new models. The only major difference is that systems like the battery and electric motors may need to be examined at various intervals in addition to systems that would be shared between both conventional and hybrid electric models. If you have any questions about your Hyundai hybrid or EV maintenance schedule, feel free to consult with one of our certified Hyundai technicians here at Twin City Hyundai.

How does an oil change in a hybrid or EV work?

Oil change intervals for plug-in hybrid and hybrid cars are very much the same as their conventionally powered counterparts, but fully electrified Hyundai cars do not require oil changes at all because they use electric motors rather than combustion engines.

What else do I need to know about servicing my hybrid or electric Hyundai car?

The only thing you really need to be aware of when driving a hybrid or electric car is that all batteries have a cycle life, or the amount of times they can be fully charge and discharged before they need to be replaced, so the battery may need to be inspected over the maintenance lifetime of your vehicle at certain intervals. However, in many cases, electric vehicles are often more affordable to maintain in the long run than most conventionally powered cars. So, if you're interested in learning more about the perks of choosing a Hyundai hybrid or electric vehicle, don't hesitate to reach out to us here at Twin City Hyundai.

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