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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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20th Anniversary Reflections: What We’ve Learned About the Automotive Industry Over the Years

Automotive Training Centre

Today, technology integration has reached new heights with the development of electric and hybrid vehicles, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), and the exploration of autonomous driving. Our programs include modules on diagnosing and repairing modern vehicle systems, preparing students for the future of automotive work.

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Caring for the Environment as an Emissions Specialist

Automotive Training Centre

With climate change and air pollution becoming global concerns, reducing vehicle emissions is more important than ever. Emissions specialists are responsible for testing, diagnosing, and reducing vehicle emissions, ensuring cars meet government regulations and contribute to cleaner air.

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Alt-fuel vehicles don’t necessarily have to break the bank

Auto Remarketing

A common hesitancy consumers might have about buying alternative-fuel vehicles (even used ones) is that the cost is too high. And that assumption isn’t entirely wrong — it might be fair on some models, particularly electrics. less than gas vehicles (12,199) and hybrids were driven 12,471 miles, just 2.7%

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Current Trends in Hiring Demand for Heavy Duty Truck Mechanics

Auto Service World

The skill set is becoming more complex due to the integration of electric trucks and alternative fuel vehicles into the market. This means mechanics must learn newer techniques for environmentally friendly vehicle maintenance and repairs. They even teach information about alternative fuel systems.

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Tesla tops list of used cars showing price drops against market’s upward trend

Auto Remarketing

Tesla has been one of the most profitable automakers in the world in recent years, but the ongoing drop in its new and used vehicle values, along with sagging sales, will be a drag on revenue and profit. Half of the top 10 price reductions are electric vehicles and nine of the top 20 are alternative-fuel vehicles seven EVs and two hybrids.

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House Passes Bill to Stop EPA Emissions Mandate

Tomorrow's Technician

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from finalizing the agency’s proposed federal emissions standards for light- and medium-duty motor vehicles model years ’27 to ’32, which intends for electric vehicles (EVs) to make up 67% of all new vehicles sales by 2032.