# Why Teslas Have Oil Filters (Even Though They Don't Use Engine Oil)

> When you think about Tesla's electric vehicles (EVs), maintenance is the last thing to come to mind, knowing that they don't rely on internal combustion to run.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1841596/tesla-oil-filter-what-for-use-explained/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68106e1b8b0c46a80f88c654)
- **Published:** 2025-04-29
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #ev #battery #tesla #engine #maintenance #though #filters #powered
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