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In Hybrid and Electrical Mechanic Training? Here’s Everything You Should Know About Tesla’s New Safety Features

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For budding hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics, it’s a name you’ll encounter and engage with repeatedly throughout your career. This update, applicable to all US-bound Model 3 and Model Y vehicles and Model S and Model X cars manufactured post-2020, aims to address post-collision visibility concerns.

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Considering Automotive School? The Greenest Car of the Year Is…

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The Prius Prime isn’t the first PHEV to top the GreenerCars list, having won in 2020 and 2022. This is because larger vehicles, electric or not, require more resources to manufacture and have a bigger impact on reaching emissions reduction goals. Do you want to become a hybrid and electric vehicle mechanic ?

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In Praise of the Humble 12-Volt Battery 

Brake & Front End

It was just 6 volts, and its primary purpose at the time was to store the electrical energy the starter would use to crank the engine mechanically and to power the headlight (before the electric light, an oil lamp was used and “started” with a match). The first battery in vehicles coincided with the first electric starter in 1912.

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U.S. regulators put the brakes on Massachusetts vehicle data access law

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The Massachusetts Right to Repair Law Vehicle Data Access Requirement Initiative was on the ballot in November 2020 and was approved by 75 percent of voters. The “Yes” vote supported requiring manufacturers that sell vehicles with telematic systems in Massachusetts to equip them with a standardized open data platform.

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Mustang Shelby GT500 Fuel Tank Capacity Overview

The Mechanic Doctor

The Mechanic Doctor - Resources for Amateur and Pro Auto Mechanics Understanding the gas capacity of a vehicle ensures the driver will fill up the tank accordingly and reach their destination without worry. 2020 2 12 2021 6 12.5 MPG in 2021 and 2020 Shelby GT500 designs. 2008 9 14 2009 8 16.6 2012 11 16.2

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E Bike to Make Your Travel More Convenient and Environmentally Friendly

The Mechanic Doctor

The Mechanic Doctor - Resources for Amateur and Pro Auto Mechanics Electric bicycle , or e bikes, are bicycles that have an electric motor and a battery that assist the rider when pedaling. the retail sales of e bikes in the US grew by 145% in 2020, reaching $490 million. million e bike owners in the US as of 2020.

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Annual Lift Inspections Protect Techs, Dealership and Customers

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The Automotive Lift Institute suggests these inspection practices: A proper lift inspection includes an examination of the lift’s structural, mechanical, hydraulic, air, and electrical systems and components. Depending on the lift, this may include up to 120 inspection points.