The Windsor Difference
EV & Hybrid Servicing
Every single one of our vehicle technicians at Windsor Garage Coventry is trained and certified to IMI Level 3 for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles. This is the industry-recognised gold standard for working safely and competently on high-voltage EV and hybrid systems, and it is the qualification that the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) requires for technicians to work on live high-voltage components. It covers safe working practices around high-voltage battery systems, electric motor diagnostics, regenerative braking systems, battery health assessment, and the safe isolation and reinstatement of high-voltage circuits. When you bring your EV or hybrid to Windsor Garage, you can be completely confident that it is in the hands of fully qualified specialists.
Many EV and hybrid owners in Coventry assume they must return to the main dealership for servicing and repairs — but this is a common misconception. Under UK Block Exemption Regulations, you are legally entitled to have your vehicle serviced at any qualified independent garage without voiding your manufacturer’s warranty, provided the correct specification parts and fluids are used, and the work is properly documented. At Windsor Garage, we always use OEM-quality parts, follow manufacturer service schedules, and provide full documentation of all work carried out — so your warranty is fully protected.
Electric vehicles require less frequent servicing than petrol or diesel equivalents because they have fewer moving parts and no engine oil to change. However, they are not maintenance-free. EVs still require regular checks of the braking system (including the regenerative braking components), tyres, coolant circuits, cabin air filter, 12V auxiliary battery, and high-voltage battery health. Hybrid vehicles additionally require servicing of their combustion engine components alongside their electric systems. Our Level 3-certified technicians understand the specific requirements of each vehicle type and will perform the appropriate checks for your particular model.
We offer battery health checks for both pure electric vehicles and hybrid models. A battery health check assesses the state of charge, capacity, and overall condition of your high-voltage battery pack, identifying any degradation or cell imbalance that may affect your vehicle’s range or performance. Early identification of battery issues can save significant expense further down the line.
Whether you drive a Tesla, Nissan Leaf, BMW i3, Volkswagen ID.4, Toyota Prius, Honda Jazz Hybrid, Ford Kuga PHEV, Kia e-Niro, Hyundai Ioniq, or any other electric or hybrid model, Windsor Garage Coventry has the skills, the equipment, and the Level 3 certification to look after it properly. We are the trusted independent EV and hybrid specialist for drivers across Coventry, Binley, Walsgrave, Wyken, Stoke, Cheylesmore, Canley, Tile Hill, Allesley, Kenilworth, Rugby, and the wider West Midlands. Call us on 024 7661 4837 or book online today.