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Understanding the Effects of the Current Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Mechanic Shortage

Automotive Training Centre

As the automotive industry accelerates towards hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs), a new challenge has emerged: a significant shortage of qualified hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics to service these advanced vehicles. Fewer hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics mean longer repair wait times for EV owners.

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Considering Automotive Technology Training? Learn How Some Companies Are Bringing Cutting-Edge EV Tech to Classic Cars

Automotive Training Centre

This fusion is most prominently seen in companies specialized in restomodding, where the timeless beauty of vintage automobiles is being reimagined through the lens of cutting-edge electric vehicle (EV) technology. While aesthetically pleasing, classic cars are often more environmentally inefficient than modern vehicles.

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Why Auto Mechanic Training Is a Great Option for International Students in 2024

Automotive Training Centre

Transport is an essential human need, so vehicle purchases remain constant even as car prices soar. Focus on Maintenance Over Replacement The rising cost of automobiles, aggravated by unstable economic conditions in many parts of the world, is bringing about a significant shift in car maintenance culture.

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Sprocket Power’s Microgrids Establish Grid Independence at 3 New York Dealerships

AutoSuccess

As more of our customers adopt electric vehicles, we are thinking boldly about ways to serve increased demand, which includes facilitating the buildout of wide-spread and cost-efficient charging infrastructure, said Britt Reichborn-Kjennerud, director of d-mobility at Con Edison.

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Sprocket Power Microgirds Reduce Utility Expenses at New York Dealerships

AutoSuccess

Sprocket Power Microgrids are pioneering the integration of solar power generation and battery storage to meet the growing needs of electric vehicle (EV) charging. Sprocket Power recently installed their state-of-the-artmicrogridsatthree Westchester County, New York, auto dealerships:Vail GMC Hummer,Croton Auto Park,andYonkersHonda.

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EPA Doesn't Use Brand New Electric Vehicles For Range Testing To Keep Results Realistic

Jalopnik

The Environmental Protection Agency has been the non-partisan adjudicator of vehicle emissions and fuel mileage in the United States for over 50 years. With the rise in electric vehicle sales, range has become a crucial selling point for customers.

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Color Story – Automotive Paint Trends by Decade

Eastwood

And as many consumers across the globe saw an increase in post-war prosperity, the automobile became more than just transportation. Two-tone schemes made a comeback, especially for electric vehicles and crossovers. One of the best examples of this social signaling has long been factory paint colors.