EVs Outperform ICE Vehicles in Reliability Despite Higher Tyre Failures
Despite their growing popularity, electric vehicles (EVs) accounted for a mere 1.2% of all breakdowns in Germany last year. However, a deeper look reveals that EVs have a higher rate of tyre-related failures and a lower overall breakdown rate than internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.
ADAC, Germany's largest automobile club, reports that EVs have a higher incidence of tyre-related issues. This is likely due to their increased weight and the high instant torque they produce. The 12V battery remains the top cause of breakdowns in both EVs and ICE vehicles.
Contrary to this, studies and surveys have consistently shown that EV manufacturers like Tesla, Hyundai, and Kia often achieve a lower number of defects per 1,000 vehicles than traditional combustion engine cars. This is attributed to EVs having fewer mechanical moving parts and advanced technology.
Long-term data on EV reliability is still limited, but early indications suggest that EVs are among the most dependable vehicles in their early to mid-life stages. In fact, EVs registered between 2020 and 2022 had 4.2 breakdowns per 1000 cars, compared to 10.4 for ICE vehicles.
While EVs may have a higher rate of tyre-related failures, they still outperform ICE vehicles in terms of overall reliability. As EV technology continues to advance and more data becomes available, it's likely that their reliability will only improve, further boosting their appeal to consumers.
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