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How Canadian new vehicle sales fared in 2024

Auto Service World

The Canadian light vehicle market saw a significant rebound in 2024, with overall sales reaching an estimated 1.86 The luxury segment underperformed in 2024 due to affordability issues. Two major trends emerged in the ZEV market : A surge in Quebecers purchasing ZEVs in Q4 and a resurgence of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs).

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Electric Vehicle Trends to Watch in 2024 as a Student in Hybrid and Electrical Mechanic Training

Automotive Training Centre

This year marks a significant turning point in the journey of electric vehicles. Understanding these trends is crucial for aspiring mechanics and technicians specializing in hybrid and electric vehicles. 2024 is anticipated to witness more technological strides, enabling EVs to achieve substantially longer ranges.

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Where interest is growing as EVs tail off

Auto Service World

While electric vehicles (EVs) continued to appeal to Canadian car shoppers in 2024, widespread adoption remains low, according to data from AutoTrader. This shift is reflected in a 12 per cent year-over-year increase in listings for electric and hybrid vehicles on AutoTrader.

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Considering Hybrid and Electrical Mechanic Training? Discover 2024’s Best Looking EVs

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Students enjoy exciting industry developments as the automotive world continues its rapid shift toward electrification, hybrid and electrical mechanic training. In this blog, we’ll examine some of 2024’s best-looking electric vehicles, giving you a glimpse into the stunning designs setting new standards in the EV market.

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3 Reasons To Start Hybrid And Electrical Mechanic Training In 2024

Automotive Training Centre

While the industry remains as diverse and dynamic as ever, the shift towards greener and more sustainable transportation has increased the demand for skilled professionals in hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics. Hybrid and electrical mechanic training qualifies you to take advantage of the green revolution.

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Yamaha Motor, Caterham to Collaborate on Electric Sports Coupé

Tomorrow's Technician

in the development of a new electric sports coupé, referred to as “Project V.” Project V is a development project for an electric sports coupé that inherits Caterham’s DNA, which the companies added prioritizes driving pleasure with the principles of being light-weight, simple and fun to drive.

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Why Canada won’t hit EV targets

Auto Service World

Canada’s goal of having electric vehicles (EVs) make up 60 per cent of new vehicle sales by 2030 is increasingly looking unattainable, according to the president of the Global Automakers of Canada, and its keeping his members awake at night. Abrams then joined other automotive group leaders in sharing his displeasure over the move.