Electric Vehicle Warranty

Details of your plan

In the event of something going wrong, it’s good to know what’s included with your warranty:

  •  Your plan starts on the day of purchase
  •  Wear and tear is included throughout the duration of your plan*
  •  Unlimited mileage once your plan starts

What is an EV?

EV stands for any electric vehicle that you can charge externally. These vehicles can be:

  •  Battery electric vehicle (BEV)
  •  Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), have a battery that can be recharged by plugging it into an external source of electric power
  •  Range-extender or extended-range EV which is a combination of battery and Internal combustion engine (ICE), with electric-only drive (Plug-in series hybrid)

The benefits of an RAC Warranty

  • Your RAC Warranty for electric vehicles should give you peace of mind knowing that if the unfortunate happens, we can help.
  • It’s one of the most comprehensive electric vehicle warranties to date, including wear and tear throughout the term
  • Your plan starts as soon as you purchase the warranty with your vehicle
  • Any car under 8 years old and/ or under 80,000 miles at time of purchase is eligible

What’s included in your RAC Warranty for electric vehicles?

EV system

  • Electric motor
  • Vehicle control module
  • Traction motor inverter
  • Reduction gear
  • HID lamps & lenses
  • DC/DC converter
  • DC/AC inverter
  • Charge connector
  • Charger / trickle charge cable
  • Software updates (as part of a valid claim)
  • Wiring harnesses & terminals if integral to EV system
  • Onboard charger

Electrical

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric window motors
  • Electrical system
  • ICE / multimedia / touchscreen display up to £4,000

Engine (hybrids only)

  • Casings
  • Cooling fan motor
  • Cooling system
  • ECUs
  • Engine
  • Fuel system
  • Oil seals & gaskets
  • Timing belts

Driveline

  • Anti roll bars
  • Braking system
  • PAS Rack
  • Suspension and steering
  • Tension bars
  • Wheel bearings       
  • ABS

Transmisson

  • Automatic gearbox
  • Clutch
  • Continuously variable
  • transmission
  • Differential
  • Manual gearbox
  • Torque converter

Wear and tear included on the above components. See terms and conditions for full description of what’s included and any exclusions.

Claims procedure

If you wish to make a claim under your plan, please visit either the original manufacturer, the dealership you purchased your car from or your nearest VAT registered garage.

Please take your warranty documents given to you at point of purchase to the chosen repairer, they will check your details and advise you further.

If you need any further assistance relating to a claim, please contact us on 0330 100 3728

(Monday – Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm)

Pick the term that’s right for you - Or top up any existing warranty with options of 1-11 months.

 

Transport For London

Cars need to meet minimum emission standards when travelling in the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) or the daily charge must be paid.

Minimum emission standards

Petrol: Euro 4
Diesel: Euro 6

The ULEZ will be enforced based on the declared emissions of the vehicle rather than the age. However:

Information from Transport For London

Check this car on the TFL website before purchasing: https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/check-your-vehicle/

All our vehicles are subject to an Admin Fee. Our Admin Fee covers any additional administration needed during your transaction, including a thorough provenance check (HPI Check). The admin fee also includes the cost to fully valet, register and, if necessary, MOT your vehicle (if less than 6 months left of current MOT).

Our administration fee is a variable fee which covers the additional administration needed when transacting with different categories of customers as specified. Retail Customers £199.00 - (Private buyers - NOT an owner, partner or director of a new/used vehicle sales company). Retail Customers using a finance broker outside our official panel of lenders paying funds direct to Wilsons Epsom - £399.00. All fees are inclusive of VAT.