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20th Anniversary Reflections: What We’ve Learned About the Automotive Industry Over the Years

Automotive Training Centre

Over the past 20 years, fuel efficiency and emission reduction have gone from regulatory requirements to central focus for auto manufacturers and service providers. The push for sustainability has brought the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid models, and alternative fuel sources like hydrogen.

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Current Trends in Hiring Demand for Heavy Duty Truck Mechanics

Auto Service World

The skill set is becoming more complex due to the integration of electric trucks and alternative fuel vehicles into the market. For instance, regions with prominent manufacturing and high-scale agriculture see a higher concentration of trucks, which shows an increasing need for mechanics.

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Alt-fuel vehicles don’t necessarily have to break the bank

Auto Remarketing

A common hesitancy consumers might have about buying alternative-fuel vehicles (even used ones) is that the cost is too high. Keeping this in mind, we are happy to offer savings on vehicles from four different manufacturers to help Costco members step in to the hybrid or electric vehicle that best fits their lifestyle.”

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Executive Spotlight with Masters School of Autobody Management

AutoSuccess

Dave mentions that dealerships are uniquely positioned to benefit from the growing EV market due to their access to manufacturer training and data. Additionally, they underscore the importance of staying updated on industry trends, especially with the rise of electric and alternative-fuel vehicles.

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bp Boosts EV Charging Network

Tomorrow's Technician

This enables EVs from other major vehicle manufacturers to use the Tesla chargers on the bp pulse’s network, regardless of whether they use CCS or NACS ports. The chargers will be fitted with Tesla’s ‘Magic Dock’, which is compatible with both North American Charging Standard (NACS) and Combined Charging System (CCS) connectors.

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The Impact of Fuel Type on Engine Performance

Tomorrow's Technician

When fuel with a lower octane rating is used in an engine designed for higher octane fuel, the engine’s computer system may detect knocking and adjust the ignition timing to prevent it. The combustion process itself is also an important factor in understanding how different fuels burn inside the engine.

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4 Eco-Friendly Trends Shaping Greener Cars Today

RepairSmith

Manufacturers are looking at ways to improve the durability of car parts, using natural fibers and recycled materials and designing components that decompose faster. Bio-based polypropylene (Bio-PP) is a polymer derived from natural sources like corn and sugar cane, used for manufacturing bumpers, spoilers, dashboards, and more.

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