Sieben Irrtümer über Elektroauto-Wartung: Ölwechsel, Akku, Bremsen und Klimaanlage erklärt!

Does an electric car really no longer need an oil change? Is the air conditioning only responsible for comfortable temperatures in the interior? And does a defective battery cell really require the entire high-voltage battery to be replaced immediately? In this episode of "Workshop Insider," we examine common misconceptions surrounding maintenance, repair, and battery care for electric cars. The starting point is a report on seven typical misunderstandings, to which Michael contributed his experience from an independent garage. Among other things, we clarify: Why the classic engine oil change is no longer necessary, but transmission oil and filters can still be relevant. What role the air conditioning plays in cooling and heating the high-voltage battery. What preconditioning means and why the battery temperature affects charging performance. Why high regenerative braking, while protecting brake pads, can promote corrosion on the brakes. Why not every defect requires replacing the entire battery, drive unit, or power electronics. Why a used, appropriately aged battery module can be more sensible than a brand-new one. What's behind the 10-to-80 percent rule? When can an electric car be charged to 100 percent? Why shouldn't an almost empty battery be left parked for several weeks? What does the battery management system do when balancing individual cells? Which tasks can a regular garage perform on an electric car, and when is true high-voltage qualification required? How are battery fires classified, and why working on individual lithium-ion cells is not for hobbyists... We also report on our 1,000-kilometer endurance test in temperatures around 40 degrees Celsius. How much does a running air conditioner really affect fuel consumption? And why did seat ventilation suddenly go from a luxury feature to the secret test winner? This week's "Bullshit of the Week" isn't about electric cars, but about dubious octane tablets from the internet. These are supposedly simply thrown into the fuel tank and turn regular gasoline into a kind of racing fuel. We explain why adding unknown additives to modern fuel injection systems isn't a particularly smart idea. What experiences have you had with electric car maintenance? Have you ever needed repairs to your brakes, air conditioning, transmission, or battery? Feel free to share your questions and experiences in the comments. Give us a thumbs up and subscribe to "Workshop Insider" so you don't miss any new episodes from the independent garage. #workshopinsider #podcast #electriccar