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Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more common on Indian roads due to rising fuel prices and environmental awareness. But as this shift happens, many car owners are asking the same thing: How do EVs compare to traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles when it comes to spare parts and maintenance?
This blog explains the key differences between EV and ICE car parts, what components still matter regardless of the vehicle type, and how the aftermarket is evolving as EV adoption grows.
Traditional ICE vehicles rely on mechanical systems built around fuel combustion. These systems include everything from fuel pumps and gearboxes to exhaust pipes and radiators. EVs do not use fuel, so they eliminate many of these parts altogether.
These components require regular attention in ICE cars, but EVs are built with fewer moving parts in these areas, which results in a simpler mechanical layout and often lower maintenance for these systems.
While EVs eliminate several traditional components, they introduce a range of high-tech electrical and electronic systems that do not exist in ICE vehicles. These parts are critical for powering, controlling, and protecting the electric drivetrain.
These systems require a different kind of maintenance, often involving software updates, specialized diagnostics, or high-voltage expertise.
Did you know? Most EV batteries are designed to last between 8 to 10 years, but servicing components like the battery management system and cooling units becomes essential to maintain long-term performance, as highlighted by the International Energy Agency.
Despite their differences, both EVs and ICE vehicles share a number of core components that wear out due to daily use, driving habits, and road conditions.
Maintenance Insight: Even though EVs use regenerative braking, brake pads in EVs can last up to 50 percent longer than those in ICE vehicles depending on driving habits, according to AAA technical reports.
These parts continue to be important for safety, comfort, and performance. Whether your car runs on electricity or petrol, these components require regular maintenance and reliable replacements.
Although electric vehicles are entering the Indian market at a growing pace, EV-specific spare parts are still not widely available in the aftermarket. Components like battery packs, inverters, or motor control units are typically handled through authorized service centers and are not yet accessible to independent garages or third-party retailers.
Market Note: As of 2024, EVs represent less than 2 percent of vehicles serviced by independent garages in India, based on research from Economic Times. However, this figure is expected to grow steadily as more EVs move beyond warranty coverage.
However, this is expected to change. As EV adoption increases and more vehicles age into the independent repair market, demand for EV parts will rise. This shift is already being noticed as newer EV models begin appearing at local garages.
At present, platforms like Autozilla primarily focus on ICE-compatible parts, which still make up the majority of maintenance and replacement needs for car owners across India.
EVs and ICE vehicles are built differently, and that affects how they are maintained and what parts are needed over time. While many components are shared across both types of vehicles, EVs eliminate some parts and introduce others that are not yet easily available in the aftermarket.
Autozilla continues to support car owners with high-quality OEM and aftermarket parts for traditional vehicles. As EV usage grows and more spare parts enter the market, we are prepared to expand our offerings and help customers stay ahead of the curve.
If you're maintaining your car today, Autozilla is here to help you find the right parts quickly and easily.
