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As EV prices fall, claim costs rise

Auto Service World

Electric vehicles are becoming more common on Canadian roads, partly thanks to reduced purchase prices. But their increasing prevalence is bringing new challenges, particularly in terms of collision repairs, according to Mitchell.

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Considering Auto Parts Training? Discover the Latest Manufacturing Trends

Automotive Training Centre

Trend 1: The Rise of Electric Vehicle (EV) Components With the global push for greener technology, electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more popular. Beyond electric vehicles, advancements in manufacturing techniques like 3D printing are also reshaping the industry.

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Unsure of the Right Career For You? Why Consider Auto Careers

Automotive Training Centre

Diverse Career Opportunities After Auto Mechanic School The automotive industry isn’t limited to just being a mechanic; it spans many specializations, including service advising, collision repair, parts management, and vehicle inspection.

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Executive Spotlight with Masters School of Autobody Management

AutoSuccess

He also talks about the origins of Masters School of Autobody Management, which offers training and consulting for the collision repair industry. The interview also touches on the repair of electric vehicles (EVs), highlighting the need for specialized training and equipment.

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TechForce Report Shows Increase in Tech School Completions

Tomorrow's Technician

The industry needs 795,000 new automotive, diesel, collision repair, aviation and avionics technicians to meet demand over the next five years (2023-2027). Diesel technicians follow at 152,000, collision repair at 110,000, and aviation and avionics still needs 68,000 new hires. for diesel, 2.6 for automotive and 1.2

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Unveiling the Cost Dynamics: EVs Face Higher Repair Bills Than ICE Models in Global Study

Solera

By Javed, Sonia Solera Holdings, LLC, a global leader in vehicle lifecycle management, has unveiled a pioneering study that compares repair costs between electric vehicles (EVs) and internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.

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CCC Report Analyzes Labor Pressures, Vehicle Complexity

Tomorrow's Technician

Key findings of Crash Course: Q1 2024 include: Auto tech transformation: The report identifies key challenges faced by the auto claims and collision repair industries in keeping pace with the industry’s tech transformation, such as increased costs associated with repairing advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and other technology.

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