Do Hybrid cars need specially trained mechanics or are they as simple to service as any other cars?

Question

I am contemplating buying one and it is a consideration before I buy.

Answer 1

Depends on which systems are being serviced. Hybrids utilize an Internal combustion engine the same as any other car on the road. Basic engine systems such as ignition, cooling, and base systems all have similar operational needs to their conventional counterparts. Don't let the dealership hype fool you. Not all systems on these things have to be serviced by the dealers although they would want you to think so. On the flipside some of these hybrids have as much onboard computer power as early space shuttles. The dealerships want to horde repair information regarding diagnosis and repair of these systems to make you think that the technicians there are some kind of supermen. they are not. As a matter of fact the type of technician usually found in dealerships are the ones who are more interested in a buck than the public trust.

There is legislation pending right now to legally force the dealers to disclose technical and diagnostic materials to the market that they usually horde on all types of cars whenever they can in order to "force" you to return there. The legislation is called "right to repair" and it is entirely about your right to have your vehicle repaired anywhere you choose. now remember... there is no substitute for a qualified professional technician to handle your maintenance needs. If you would like the right to repair your vehicle at any facility you choose rather than being forced to return to the dealer call your representatives and let them know that you support "right to repair".

Without important legislation like this your local Technician could be forced out of business by the big automakers and force you to go to them to pay inflated priced for service and repair.

Answer 2

Whenever a new vehicle is brought to market, technicians at dealerships are taught how to properly fix the vehicle. Most shops split their technicians up according to model. Others split them up according to the work - ie. transmission specialist, etc etc.

Rest assured that if you buy a new hybrid vehicle every dealer will have someone on staff factory trained to repair it.

Last month alone over 23,000 hybrids were sold in the United States alone - the hybrid vehicle market is too big to be ignored.

Answer 3

Hybrids have a more complex and powerful electrical system. This requires more knowledge,information and equipment to deal with properly and safely. Yes, a mechanic schooled in Hybrids would be a very wise thing to consider when having one serviced.

Answer 4

Hybrid vehicles do need specially trained mechanics. The cars electrical system is much different than a regular vehicles!

Answer 5

What You Say ----------- other cars are SIMPLE to service ?? I don't think so.

In any case -- yes, get e trained / knowledgeable person to work on Hybrid cars. They are complex.