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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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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.

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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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Aftermarket employment sets records

Auto Service World

Employment in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry decreased by 1.8% Automobile dealers, the largest segment of automotive employment, saw a 2.4% While there was a modest increase in employment in the automotive sector as a whole, performance varies across different sectors. compared to October 2023, bringing the total to 35,900.

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The Importance of Oil Specifications for Vehicle Performance

Tomorrow's Technician

Today’s vehicles are a very big purchase in most customers’ worlds. New vehicles are highly sophisticated and require specific maintenance to keep them running to original specification. Manufacturer Requirements Almost every vehicle and engine manufacturer has unique recommended oil specifications.

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4 Popular Services You’ll Provide After Auto Detailing Training

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Auto detailing is not just about cleaning vehicles. It’s about rejuvenating, protecting, and enhancing automobiles inside and out, bringing them back to their showroom glory. Auto Detailing Training Comprehensively Covers Exterior Detailing Exterior detailing goes beyond a simple wash to remove dirt from the surface of a vehicle.

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AAA warns of AEB issues

Auto Service World

While automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems have provided benefits to drivers, they’re not foolproof, the American Automobile Association is warning.