Auto Service World

AUGUST 27, 2024

While not handling much of the electrical, battery and other underhood components, tire dealers have been keeping busier as electric vehicles grow on North American roads.

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JANUARY 12, 2024

Electric vehicles are increasing in popularity, and the automotive industry is going through an enormous transformation because of that. Being an auto care business owner or professional, knowledge about what will happen in the future of electric vehicles is crucial.

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APRIL 12, 2024

As car buyers transition from gas-powered vehicles to battery electric, their satisfaction hinges increasingly on traditional factors such as quality and cost of ownership. The latest J.D. Power 2024 U.S.

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JUNE 4, 2024

Automakers explore the challenges in getting more Canadians behind the wheel of an electric vehicle The post <span style=color:#17d817>EV World:</span> Bridging the knowledge gap appeared first on Auto Service World.

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MAY 14, 2024

The automotive aftermarket is sitting on the sidelines as the electric vehicle transition takes place The post <span style=color:#ff0000>Commentary:</span> The Canadian automotive aftermarket needs to plug in appeared first on Auto Service World.

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JANUARY 20, 2025

Brittany shared her experiences as an independent shop owner adapting to the rise of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids, offering valuable insights for others in the auto repair industry. Continue reading to help prepare your shop for the increase in battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs).

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AUGUST 14, 2024

Despite rising sales, electric vehicles struggle to penetrate aftermarket product volume. appeared first on Auto Service World. As a result, according to a recent report, EVs have yet to make a significant impact on the aftermarket.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Image by pexels Auto repair isn’t what it used to be. You face new tech challenges every day, from electric vehicles to cybersecurity threats. Read on and discover the seven essential skills for tomorrow’s auto repair professionals. Today, you need more than a wrench and some elbow grease.

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MARCH 21, 2024

Shops are being urged to prepare for significantly changing vehicle technologies that will soon have significant chunks of the overall car parc. A shop debating between focusing on the electric vehicle market or being able … The post The high price tag of EV, ADAS shop upgrades appeared first on Auto Service World.

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MAY 22, 2024

While growth is expected in electric vehicle sales, it won’t be at the same pace seen in recent years, new research suggested. ABI Research reported that global EV sales are projected to grow by 21 per cent in 2024 and … The post Why the forecast for global EV sales is declining appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Auto Service World

APRIL 18, 2024

Financial barriers continue to play a crucial role in Canadians’ hesitation towards electric vehicle adoption, according to a recent study.

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Auto Service World

MARCH 28, 2024

It would appear that those with electric vehicles don’t have concerns about range, new data suggest.

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Auto Service World

MARCH 14, 2024

The federal government’s mandate to ban the sale of internal combustion engine vehicles in the light vehicle segment has many automotive professionals questioning the validity of the goal.

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Canadian electric vehicle owners might face higher insurance premiums in the near future, according to a recent report by Morningstar DBRS.

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

As more Canadians choose an electric vehicle as their next vehicle, gas stations may face some significant challenges, according to an industry observer.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Economic concerns and high costs are pushing some automakers to take their feet off the pedal when it comes to electric vehicles. Two domestic OEs — Ford and General Motors — along with Tesla are slowing down their electric ambitions. … The post Carmakers tap brakes on EVs appeared first on Auto Service World.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Vast-Auto Distribution has announced a new program in response to the increasing number of electric vehicles on Canadian roads.

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JUNE 25, 2024

As the electric vehicle market grows, ensuring the safety of EV batteries has become increasingly important.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Automotive service technicians can upgrade their skills and earn a micro-credential from Mohawk College related to electric vehicle and hybrid training.

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Auto Service World

MARCH 5, 2024

In this episode of Auto Service World Conversations, we highlight their plans for consumer education on electric vehicles, what they see as the gaps and how … The post ASW Conversations: Automakers talk EV education appeared first on Auto Service World.

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DECEMBER 1, 2023

Electric vehicle chargers for passenger EVs installed as part of the national infrastructure program are too concentrated in a small number of provinces, according to a recent audit. … The post EV chargers unevenly distributed across Canada appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 23, 2024

High costs of repair are pushing rental giant Hertz to sell off its electric vehicle rental fleet in favour of internal combustion engines for its customers. In all, Hertz plans to sell 20,000 EVS, about a third of its entire … The post Herz unloading EVs for ICE appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Auto Service World

MAY 1, 2024

The ownership cost of Electric Vehicles (EVs) is experiencing a significant shift, challenging the previously held notion that EVs are cheaper to own than their Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) counterparts.

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Auto Service World

MAY 21, 2024

The increasing adoption of electric vehicles is met with critical challenges related to outdated infrastructure and stringent environmental regulations.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Canadians need more education around everything related to electric vehicles, a new report suggested. BrokerLink, a property and casualty insurance brokerage, commissioned a survey of Canadians and found that availability of … The post How Canadians are feeling towards EVs today appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 5, 2024

Darryl Croft is president of the Electric Vehicle Network. He … The post EV World features a Q&A with Darryl Croft appeared first on Auto Service World. The latest issue of EV World is here and it features insights from one of the industry’s top leaders. He also owns an OK Tire store in Toronto’s west end.

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Auto Service World

APRIL 24, 2024

The government shouldn’t be mandating consumers switch to battery electric vehicles but they should be offering greater incentives to help narrow the price gap, urged the head of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association.

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Auto Service World

APRIL 10, 2024

High initial costs, range anxiety and lack of charging options are keeping many away from considering buy an electric vehicle, a recent survey found. A recent survey from Refused Car Finance found that 66 per cent of respondents in the … The post Why some won’t buy an EV appeared first on Auto Service World.

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MARCH 1, 2024

Barring some significant change, one industry observer doesn’t believe battery electric vehicles will ever be affordable enough for most Canadians to buy brand new. Speaking at the Canadian Black Book Talk Auto conference near Toronto in the fall, Guido Vildozo, … The post Will BEVs ever be affordable enough for most?

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JANUARY 26, 2024

There’s going to be significant growth of battery electric vehicles by the end of the decade, an automotive leader predicted recently. BEVs alone made up 10 per cent of new vehicle registrations in the third quarter of 2023. And those … The post How the BEV landscape will change appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 10, 2024

Older shoppers make up most electric vehicle customers.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 23, 2024

A recent report found that the Tesla Model 3 is the top choice for car shoppers when looking for an electric vehicle for under $50,000 (all prices in U.S. This ranking was put together by Cash for Clunkers and … The post The budget friendly EVs consumers are looking for appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

A recent report is warning that there are signs of trouble with electric vehicle sales in the United States. While acknowledging that EV numbers are and will continue to increase on the road, an analysis from Lang Marketing observed that … The post The rocky path forward for EV sales appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 16, 2024

Shops can do all they can to prepare to service electric vehicles in their facilities. That’s … The post A top challenge shops will face with EVs appeared first on Auto Service World. They can have the space to do the work, the tools needed and all the safety considerations. But they may not have the technicians.

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Auto Service World

APRIL 19, 2024

One of the top conferences for automotive aftermarket professionals tackled key issues ranging from electric vehicles to supply chains to geopolitical to artificial intelligence and more.

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Auto Service World

JULY 19, 2024

Vehicles are getting older but the pace it’s happening is expected to slow down soon enough. Electric vehicle sedans could also follow the same path. Those are some of the trends taking place in … The post Vehicle trends taking place now appeared first on Auto Service World.

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OCTOBER 17, 2023

If true, experts believe Toyota’s claim of a battery with massive range and quick charge could alter the path of electric vehicles. The Japanese automaker — which has dragged its feet in electrifying its vehicle fleet — said it believes … The post A 1,200 km, 10-minute charging battery?

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