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The gender divides in automotive

Auto Service World

A recent study has found a stark gender divide in attitudes towards careers in the automotive industry. According to the research from Nationwide Vehicle Contracts, one in three women would never consider a career in the male-dominated field, in contrast to 80 per cent of men who would.

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As vehicle tech grows, so do repair, maintenance headaches

Auto Service World

Vehicle technology is advancing rapidly, creating new challenges for automotive repair and maintenance, particularly in cybersecurity and access to essential diagnostic information, industry experts said at a recent conference. This makes it extremely more difficult to deal with the vehicles.

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How do Millennials approach vehicle repair?

Auto Service World

With Millennials hitting their mid-40s at the top end, the Automotive Industries Association has taken a look at how this age group views vehicle maintenance and repair. It explores evolving trends in vehicle maintenance, repair habits and the integration of emerging technologies such as electric vehicles (EVs) and telematics.

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Vehicle Repaired In Joe’s Garage To Be Donated

Tomorrow's Technician

The vehicle was repaired in Bay 10, the Service Bay of the built-out shop on the show floor located on Level 1 of The Venetian Expo. ASE-certified master technicians guided their teams during show hours, working alongside students who have their eyes set on careers in the automotive aftermarket.

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Hybrid vs. Electric Vehicles: Which Will Be Easier to Repair After Automotive School?

Automotive Training Centre

However, when it comes to repair and maintenance, which one comes out on top? For budding hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics, this is an interesting question. While less complex than electric vehicle batteries, they still require attention and may need replacement, adding another layer of expertise for repair professionals.

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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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Autel’s Comprehensive ADAS Solution for the Mechanical Repair Industry

Brake & Front End

It is also important to consider the increasing number of components being added to new vehicles as automakers continue to develop SAE L3 and L4 vehicles and how these sensors will be affected by an even wider range of vehicle repairs and services.