Do Tesla cars require a lot of maintenance?
Unlike gasoline cars, Tesla vehicles require no traditional oil changes, fuel system maintenance, spark plug replacements or emission checks. Even brake pad replacements are rare because regenerative braking returns energy to the battery, significantly reducing wear on the brakes. No traditional oil changes: Tesla electric motors eliminate the need for engine oil; only gearbox fluid and grease for certain components require occasional attention. Essential maintenance: Brake fluid, cabin filters, tires, and software updates should be checked periodically to ensure optimal performance.
Can a Tesla go 500,000 miles?
The average lifespan of a Tesla battery is between 300,000 to 500,000 miles. For many drivers, that could mean 15 to 20 years of use. So when people ask, “How long do Tesla batteries last? Regarding Tesla warranties, they all have an 8-year term and 100,000 or 120,000 miles (depending on the model—standard or long range, respectively). Tesla will replace your battery if it degrades more than 70% during that period of time.Battery” and “replacement” are some of the two scariest words for a Tesla owner. No one wants to discover that their EV needs a battery replacement because the battery is the most expensive part in the vehicle.Based on what we’re seeing with tesla batteries, they can be expected to last up to 20 years – roughly the same amount of time that the vehicle will be in operation. However, a tesla battery lifespan is influenced by usage, charging behaviors, temperature, and battery configuration of the vehicle.What happens after 8 years of a Tesla battery? Tesla’s battery warranty states that after this period, the battery should retain 70% of its original battery capacity after this period.