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Career Spotlight: What Does An Electrical Specialist Do?

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Electrical systems are critical to every vehicle, from basic cars to high-end electric vehicles (EVs). As modern vehicles become more technologically advanced, the role of an electrical specialist after auto mechanic school has become increasingly important. What Does an Electric Specialist Do?

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

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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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Spring Optimism Boosts U.S. Automobile Dealer Sentiment

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automobile dealers’ view of current market conditions increased from an index score of 42 in Q4 2024 to 44 in Q1 2025. Franchised automobile dealers had a positive outlook with a score of 54, seeing the market as strong. automobile dealers were feeling pretty good about the market,” added Smoke.

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Auto Mechanic Guide: Servicing Software-Defined Vehicles

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Software-defined vehicles are automobiles where software plays a central role in how the car functions. Repairing Electrical and Sensor-Based Systems SDVs rely on advanced sensors, cameras, and LiDAR technology to operate safely. How to troubleshoot software issues in electric and hybrid cars. What Are Software-Defined Vehicles?

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In Discussion With our Campus Director: Priming Students for Successful Auto Careers

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Our Auto Mechanic Training Program incorporates 60% practical training, ensuring that students gain direct experience with servicing wheels, performing wheel alignments, diagnosing electrical systems, and servicing gasoline engines. Graduates are ready to confidently start their apprenticeships and a wide range of exciting auto careers.

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What these experts think about EV goals

Auto Service World

The United States federal government issued proposals earlier this year for new automobile pollution limits that include requiring up to two-thirds of new vehicles sold in the U.S. to be electric by 2032.

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Key differences between gas and EV maintenance

Auto Service World

As the world of automobile technology changes quickly, the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), especially Teslas, is having a big impact on how cars are maintained.