The ongoing energy transition in the automotive fleet is raising questions about its implications, both at the start and end of the industry.
Maintenance is one area of particular interest, as it is well known that an electric vehicle requires less maintenance than its thermal counterpart due to the simplicity of its components. However, several studies have shown that some items wear out faster, causing additional costs.
Among these elements, brakes are often called, but the problem of tires is especially attracting attention due to the greater weight and torque of electric vehicles.
Tires for electric cars have a shorter service life
Epyx sheds light on this debate today with new results. The company tested the average wear of tires installed on electric, hybrid and thermal vehicles in professional fleets.
According to published data, tires installed on an electric car have an average service life of 10,219 km less than tires installed on gasoline or diesel cars. In particular, the first tire replacement for an electric car appears an average of 28,944 km or after 551 days of use.
In the case of hybrid vehicles, replacement is necessary after approximately 40,000 km or 585 days of use. For diesel and gasoline thermal models, tires require replacement after approximately 39,000 km or 670 days of use.
Higher replacement cost
In addition, the study highlights the higher costs of installing tires for electric vehicles, an average of 240 euros. For comparison, this amount is reduced for diesel or gasoline models 150 euros for tires from 17 to 18 inches.
It is important to note that this study mainly focuses on EVs used in different European fleets, which implies different driving and mileage than an individual. Let’s also remember that there are also many other factors that take into account, starting with the way you drive and the general use of your vehicle.
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Source: Auto Plus
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