Electric motors have fewer moving parts than petrol engines. This means electric vehicles often require less maintenance than fuel-burning counterparts.

Although electric vehicles do not require an oil change, spark plug and tuning, they still have wheels, tyres, shock absorbers, brake shoes, disc brake, brake pads, brake callipers, master cylinders, brake fluid, wheel bearings, steering stem bar, tiller steering shaft bearing, headlights, brake lights, indicators, horn, electric controller, battery, charging system, charger and other parts, and they require regular maintenance based on usage and mileage.

* The regular standard service or maintenance of an electric vehicle is significantly more affordable than a petrol engine.

* Diagnosing electrical issues is time consuming, and most of the time electric components have to be replaced as they can’t be repaired or are uneconomical to repair. Therefore, repairing an electric vehicle could be way more expensive than conventional ones.

* Rear punctures and tyre replacements on electric mopeds and e‑motorcycles are typically more expensive than on petrol models. This is because the rear wheel contains the electric motor, which requires additional time and care to access. Our technicians must reach the main electric controller, disconnect the motor wiring, remove the wheel, and then replace the tyre, a process that takes longer than a standard petrol moped repair.