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Why hydrogen passenger vehicles are unlikely

Auto Service World

There are too many challenges in the way for fuel cell electric vehicles to become a viable option for consumers, according to aftermarket experts. The topic of hydrogen-powered vehicles for mass market use came up during a pair of discussions at the Worldpac Supplier and Training Expo. And even generators, too.

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How Joe’s Garage will be expanding at AAPEX

Auto Service World

Joe’s Garage is set to expand its offerings with new events, extensive hands-on training and an ADAS-focused presentation stage during the automotive aftermarket industry’s biggest annual event. AAPEX 2024 will debut a new event where student teams will compete to disassemble and reassemble an engine using only hand tools.

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Chasing The Perfect Combustion Event

Tomorrow's Technician

When you step back from under the hood, you might realize that the sensors and software are chasing the perfect combustion event. Modern engines have leaner combustion events that would have destroyed engines made less than a decade ago. This evolution has made for the almost perfect combustion event. 1 compression ratio.

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REE Automotive, Knapheide Debut Full Vehicle Solution

Brake & Front End

By working together, REE and Knapheide said the partnership will allow fleets the flexibility they need when selecting a body for their fully by-wire electric vehicles. The vehicle will travel to NTEA Work Truck Week in Indianapolis to be showcased at Knapheide’s distributor event on March 5, 2024.

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REE Automotive, Knapheide Debut Full Vehicle Solution

Tomorrow's Technician

By working together, REE and Knapheide said the partnership will allow fleets the flexibility they need when selecting a body for their fully by-wire electric vehicles. The vehicle will travel to NTEA Work Truck Week in Indianapolis to be showcased at Knapheide’s distributor event on March 5, 2024.

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Industry looking for lightweighting options for EVs

Auto Service World

The recent CES event showcased how automakers and suppliers are looking at ways to lightweight electric vehicles to help boost range and curb range anxiety. Today’s lithium-ion batteries can only take EVs so far.

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Gen Z showing interest in collector cars

Auto Service World

“The next generation of car enthusiasts is here, creating a vibrant market for us to help enthusiasts protect, buy, sell and enjoy their special vehicles,” said McKeel Hagerty, CEO and chairman of Hagerty. This enthusiasm among the younger generation signals a promising future for the collector car market, the company said.

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