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Caring for the Environment as an Emissions Specialist

Automotive Training Centre

Conducting Emissions Testing to Reduce Air Pollution Many emissions specialists conduct vehicle emissions tests, but their role can also include diagnosing emissions control system issues, ensuring regulatory compliance, and developing emissions reduction strategies in the automotive industry.

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Polaris Slingshot Service and Diagnostics

Tomorrow's Technician

Brakes The brakes on the slingshot are three-wheel disc brakes that use automotive-style rotors, calipers and brake pads. Remember that emissions for the Slingshot are not as strictly monitored as those of cars and trucks. The Slingshot has emissions components like catalytic converters and oxygen sensors.

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GM Fined $146 Million After Millions Of Cars Failed Emissions Tests

Jalopnik

It’s Thursday, July 4, 2024, and this is The Morning Shift , your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. Good morning! Here are the important stories you need to know. Read more.

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Beat Inflation with a VID Membership

Girls Auto Clinic

Have a unique and empowering automotive experience. Girls Auto Clinic’s mission is to educate and empower women in the automotive industry. Yet, the percentage of female automotive service technicians and mechanics is still below 3% industry-wide. Budget for auto maintenance expenses. Get preferred appointments.

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VIP Tires & Service Acquires Connecticut-Based Tires International

Tire Review Magazine

For over 26 years, this facility has provided tire replacement, full automotive repair, and maintenance services. Tires International remains a certified State of Connecticut Emissions Testing Facility, adding another valuable service to VIPs growing network, VIP said.

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VIP Tires & Service Acquires Connecticut-Based Tires International

Tire Review Magazine

For over 26 years, this facility has provided tire replacement, full automotive repair, and maintenance services. Tires International remains a certified State of Connecticut Emissions Testing Facility, adding another valuable service to VIPs growing network, VIP said.

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Catalytic Converter Replacement

Tomorrow's Technician

New York is the first state to mandate that a vehicle with California emissions and converters must always be replaced with a CARB-certified converter, even if it is never going back to California. There have been long-standing policy debates in Maine, Washington and other states on emissions testing and standards.