According to a study by JD Power, electric cars and hybrids break down 1.5 times more often than cars with an internal combustion engine (ICE). The main cause of malfunctions is software problems.
The analysis showed that for every 100 gasoline and diesel cars there are 180 repair cases, while for every 100 electric cars – 266 cases. This shows that electric cars and hybrids have more problems with electronics compared to traditional cars.
Frank Hanley, an expert at JD Power, noted that electric cars and hybrids have three times more critical failures than cars with internal combustion engines. These malfunctions require specialized repair at a high technical level, rather than a simple delivery to the dealer.
The study also found that EVs and hybrids have more problems in almost every aspect, including engine, chassis and fuel assemblies. This could become a serious challenge for electric car manufacturers in the future.
Thus, despite the advantages of electric cars in terms of ecology, their owners may face more frequent and more serious breakdowns than owners of cars with internal combustion engines.