Would you recommend the 10,000-mile service?

[THEBESTOFUS22]

Our 2025 NX450h+ has been with us for just over 14 months. We drove it home as a hybrid after purchasing it from a dealer approximately 800 miles away. After returning home, I filled up the petrol tank and have never gone back to that. Of the 9900 miles we have so far, 800 were the original hybrid and 9100 have been used solely for local electric transportation. The gas that I added to the tank fourteen months ago is still there. So, it's been over a year since the petrol engine last ran. They want to rotate the tires, change the oil, and top off any fluids as we approach the 10,000 mile service time (free). Will we ever use the petrol engine again? I'm not sure if I should visit the dealer just yet because the oil only has 800 miles on it. Either I could empty the tank and put in a new gas tank, or I could drive a few hundred miles before I have to stop for gas. All of the fluids have been filled up, and we have washed and waxed the car every day for the past fourteen months. Are you having any ideas?

[briantip]

It is my personal opinion that the gas should be used up through the engine, then refilled with Stabil, a gas preservative. In a similar vein, I changed the oil twice in the span of a year and spent $10,000 on the first. However, on this and other NX forums, you will encounter differing viewpoints.

[Karlsdealership]

Is it true that you give your car a daily wash and wax?

[IMINGAR55]

says that completely ignoring the petrol engine is bad for your car. He suggests using the petrol engine once a week. With the price of petrol today, though, it's hard to tell which is correct.
Knowing that plug-ins typically don't require oil changes very often, I've decided to do it once a year. From $2,000 to $4,000 goes into the engine every year. It would be great if there was a real way to set or measure the precise amount.

[lumperjack]

I also find it annoying that the petrol engine's time/mileage display isn't always accurate. Many people track their petrol consumption using a set mpg to find out how many miles their engine has gone. According to my vibration hour meter, after 5000 kilometres, the engine has clocked in at 28.5 hours. The yearly oil change on my machine is something I intend to do. Stick to using "fuel stabiliser" consistently. Affordable insurance. You should also occasionally start the engine. In my opinion, it's a smart move.

[Loonie4cars]

It has crossed my mind to consider the possibility of having a Toyota dealer handle servicing for individuals residing in areas far from a Lexus dealer. I suppose it would necessitate a degree of collaboration among marques. Has anyone heard?

[Hughes-Davies1979]

My bike is a 2025 NX 350F Adventure. Almost a year has passed since I got it. Even though it isn't a hybrid, I recommend draining the fuel and replacing it with fresh petrol. Please change the oil and never again run on electricity alone. I have an idea!

[Karlsdealership]

I would like to know if you have any evidence to support your recommendations with empirical data.