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Drivers unaware of data their cars collect

Auto Service World

Even fewer (22 per cent) researched data collection capabilities before purchasing their vehicle. These findings come as automotive aftermarket groups around the world battle new car dealers and automakers over access to tools and vehicle data to allow consumers the choice of where to have their vehicles repaired.

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Code Interpretation Tips for Students in Hybrid Technology Training

Automotive Training Centre

As the automotive industry transitions toward greener technologies, hybrid and electric vehicles are becoming increasingly prominent. Modern vehicles rely heavily on onboard diagnostic (OBD) systems that generate error codes to pinpoint issues. Second Character : Denotes whether its a manufacturer-specific or generic code.

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Vehicle Repaired In Joe’s Garage To Be Donated

Tomorrow's Technician

For the first time in AAPEX history, distributors, manufacturers, tool and equipment providers and service professionals from around the country worked together in Joe’s Garage to service and repair a vehicle on the show floor during the 2023 AAPEX Show in Las Vegas.

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Advice for picking the right scan tool

Auto Service World

Selecting the right scan tool is crucial for automotive technicians, and understanding the options can help make the best choice for your shop. This business case approach helps aftermarket tool manufacturers cater to the most relevant features for their users. Why not work from the same exact stuff the dealers are working from?

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The Role of Mechanics in Canada’s EV Battery Lifecycle Management

Automotive Training Centre

As electric vehicles (EVs) become more popular in Canada, the conversation is shifting from how theyre powered to how their most important components, the batteries, are maintained, repurposed, and recycled. Automotive school graduates who understand how to manage these systems safely and responsibly.

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3 Best Practices For Repairing Hybrid And Electric Vehicles After Automotive School

Automotive Training Centre

The rise of hybrid and electric vehicles is one of the most defining features of today’s automotive landscape. Adhering to standardized procedures is crucial to ensuring safety and efficiency in vehicle repair. Prioritize Safety Procedures Safety should always be the top priority in any automotive repair environment.

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BEV repair costs remain highest

Auto Service World

British Columbia and Quebec led the country and all of North America in repairable BEV collision claims, with both provinces reporting BEVs as eight per cent of total claims. For PHEVs, the average repair costs came in at $6,253, down four per cent, and $5,972 for mild hybrids, down six per cent. Teslas Model 3 (26.16