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5 Common Hybrid Car Problems and How to Fix Them

Automotive Training Centre

However, like all vehicles, hybrids come with unique challenges. Understanding the most common hybrid car problems and how to address them can help maintain the vehicle’s performance and longevity, improving service and customer satisfaction. Do you want to become a hybrid and electric vehicle mechanic ?

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Canada’s Vehicle Emission Standards in 2025 and Beyond: What Aspiring Mechanics Should Know

CATI

If you’re training at an automotive school or planning to enter the field, youll need to understand Canadas evolving vehicle emission regulations. Emission standards play a huge role in shaping how vehicles are designedand how theyre serviced. In automotive training, youll learn high-voltage safety protocols and engine misfires.

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How Diagnostic Testing Can Identify Issues with Your Car’s Exhaust System

RB Auto Service

The exhaust system in your car is responsible for removing harmful emissions from the engine and controlling noise levels. Scheduling regular diagnostic testing is crucial to identify and address potential issues before becoming more significant. Reduced Noise Levels: Exhaust issues can also affect the noise levels of your car.

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Smart Battery Management

Tomorrow's Technician

The vehicle does this by measuring the voltage drop across the terminals with the positive and negative terminals. Some vehicles will also measure the current passing through the positive battery cable with a current coil wrapped around the cable. This software needs updates as engineers correct bugs in the software.

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The Ins And Outs Of Auto Mechanic Services

CAR FIX Cookeville

These professionals are responsible for keeping our vehicles in top condition, ensuring their safety, and prolonging their lifespan. Another critical service is diagnostic testing. Besides routine maintenance and diagnostic testing, many auto mechanics also offer repair services.

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How Much Does Piston Replacement Cost & Is It Worth It?

RepairSmith

Pistons are the heart of your engine , moving up and down within the cylinders to generate the power that drives your car. Over time, piston issues can sneak up on drivers — starting with subtle problems, like a lit check engine light , but eventually leading to performance issues and costly engine repairs.

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Inside the Power: Why the 2007 Prius Battery Still Delivers

Auto Service World

And now, thousands of those vehicles are still running, proving that solid engineering holds up. For the 2007 Prius, that means reduced MPG, more frequent engine use, or the battery failing to hold a charge. You want to get a reconditioned battery thats been through diagnostic testing and not just cleaned up.