Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 27, 2024

The Core of Electric Vehicle Drive Units This complex system consists of various components that work together to deliver the power and torque required. Unlike their gasoline-powered counterparts, electric vehicles (EVs) rely on an electric motor and a battery pack to propel the vehicle forward.

Electric Vehicles

Automotive Training Centre

AUGUST 6, 2025

Electric vehicles (EVs) are transforming the transportation landscape, offering clean, efficient alternatives to traditional combustion engines. If you’re training to become a hybrid and electrical mechanic , understanding how cold weather affects EV performance is essential. Contact ATC Montreal for more information.

Electric Vehicles

Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

When it comes to electric vehicles, we can’t ignore the crucial role of the electric vehicle HVAC system. We’ve seen a significant shift from internal combustion engine vehicles to electric ones, and with this change comes a whole new approach to keeping passengers comfortable while maximizing energy efficiency.

Electric Vehicles

Auto Service World

JUNE 7, 2025

Image from Waldemar on Unsplash As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to get more popular by the day, users are equally starting to notice the challenges these futuristic vehicles carry with them. Electric Battery Replacement An EV’s battery is its most critical component and equally the most expensive to replace.

Electric Vehicles

Automotive Training Centre

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Known for its luxury sports cars and engineering excellence, Lotus has recently made waves with a shift in its strategy. Initially focused on an all-electric future, the company now embraces plug-in hybrid technology alongside its EV plans. To stay competitive, mechanics will need expertise in both areas.

Automotive

Auto Service World

OCTOBER 31, 2024

A new report points to significant hurdles for electric vehicles (EVs) in appealing to the majority of pre-owned vehicle buyers. This could potentially prolong the lifespan of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and boosting the ICE aftermarket well into the future. Here’s a rundown of what its report found.

Electric Vehicles

Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 10, 2025

As the automotive industry evolves, Extended Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs) have emerged as a key innovation, combining electric power with the reliability of internal combustion engines. Simply put, an electric vehicle with an extended range! What is an EREV? Understanding EREVs – What are They?

Automotive

Automotive Training Centre

JULY 9, 2025

The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) is changing the landscape of automotive repair and fast. With manufacturers investing heavily in electric technology, demand for skilled technicians who understand EV systems is growing every year. They represent a full shift in how vehicles are powered, controlled, and serviced.

Mechanic

Auto Service World

JANUARY 10, 2025

Electric vehicles, given their higher acceleration rates, may be more accident-prone than their slower counterparts, according to new insurance data. The report highlights that EVs, known for their rapid torque and instant acceleration, may pose higher risks on the road compared to slower vehicles.

Electric Vehicles

Automotive Training Centre

MAY 29, 2025

When most people think about vehicle repairs, they picture oil changes, brake replacements, or engine diagnostics. While the concept of aerodynamics might seem more relevant to engineers or race car designers, its something every professional technician needs to understand. What Is Vehicle Aerodynamics?

Auto Repair

Auto Service World

MARCH 12, 2025

Canada’s goal of having electric vehicles (EVs) make up 60 per cent of new vehicle sales by 2030 is increasingly looking unattainable, according to the president of the Global Automakers of Canada, and its keeping his members awake at night. trillion committed to the transformation.

Electric Vehicles

Automotive Training Centre

APRIL 2, 2025

If youre graduating from automotive school and preparing to work with traditional and electric vehicles (EVs), understanding warning alerts is key. Todays vehicles rely on advanced electronic systems to monitor performance, safety, and efficiency. Here are some of the most common alerts youll encounter: 1.

Automotive

Automotive Training Centre

APRIL 2, 2025

The automotive industry is evolving rapidly, with software-defined vehicles (SDVs) becoming more common on the road. These vehicles rely on advanced software systems to control everything from engine performance to driver assistance features. What Are Software-Defined Vehicles?

Software

Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

The truck industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, and leading the charge is the 2025 Ram 1500 REV Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). As the first-ever electric truck in Ram’s iconic lineup, this release could be a revolutionary development in North America’s automotive industry. Here’s why we’re excited!

Automotive

Auto Service World

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The rise of connectivity and the gradual transition to electric vehicles (EVs) are set to reshape the automotive aftermarket, offering significant growth opportunities, observed an automotive aftermarket leader. The rise of mobile repair services is just the beginning, as connected vehicles continue to expand.

Electric Vehicles

Auto Service World

DECEMBER 12, 2024

As the automotive industry shifts towards electrification, a new report reveals that Canadians particularly Gen Z and Millennials are increasingly considering plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) as they balance affordability, environmental concerns and flexibility in their vehicle choices.

Electric Vehicles

Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Diverse Career Opportunities After Auto Mechanic School The automotive industry isn’t limited to just being a mechanic; it spans many specializations, including service advising, collision repair, parts management, and vehicle inspection. Every day is different, as each vehicle and customer presents a new challenge.

Mechanic

Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

As electric vehicle (EV) adoption continues to grow, independent service providers are racing to build the necessary expertise and infrastructure to cater to this new segment of the market. They don’t realize their vehicle has a typical car battery that needs to be checked.

Education

Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

When it comes to electric vehicles, we can’t ignore the crucial role of the electric vehicle HVAC system. There’s been a considerable increase in compressor technology for electric vehicle HVAC systems. There have been significant strides in heating systems for electric vehicles as well.

Electric Vehicles

Automotive Training Centre

MAY 1, 2025

Engine diagnostics have come a long way from the days of manual testing and mechanical guesswork. The Early Days: Manual Diagnostics In the early years of automotive repair, diagnosing engine problems was mostly a process of elimination. These systems allowed vehicles to self-monitor and alert drivers when something went wrong.

Mechanic

Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 29, 2024

For those passionate about cars and considering automotive school training, the Kia EV9 GT-Line is an exciting vehicle that showcases the future of electric vehicles. At ATC, we understand that future auto mechanics must be well-versed in hybrid and electric technology to meet the growing demand for EVs like the EV9.

Automotive

Automotive Training Centre

DECEMBER 20, 2024

With advancements in electric vehicle (EV) technology, the future is greener and more exciting than ever. Whats New with the Volvo EX30 The 2025 Volvo EX30 is a fresh addition to Volvos lineup of electric vehicles. One of the standout models shaping the EV landscape is the 2025 Volvo EX30.

Automotive

Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

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.

Automotive

Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 26, 2025

This hybrid powertrain is expected to provide significant efficiency gains, allowing the vehicle to operate in full electric mode, in a combination of electric and internal combustion power, or solely on gas. Skyactiv-G engines (both naturally aspirated and turbocharged) may remain available, possibly with efficiency upgrades.

Automotive

Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 27, 2025

Electric vehicles are changing how we think about cars, including how they are maintained and detailed. If youre considering auto detailing training , understanding the differences between detailing EVs and traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles will give you an edge in the industry.

Electric Vehicles

Automotive Training Centre

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Mazda, long known for its precision engineering and driver-focused vehicles, is entering the hybrid technology era in earnest. While it has already introduced the MX-30, its first all-electric vehicle, the automaker is now laying the groundwork for a broader EV lineup. Contact ATC Surrey for more information.

Electric Vehicles

Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The Rise of Electric Vehicles (EVs) Electric vehicles continue to dominate the automotive conversation. Auto mechanics must now learn how to service and repair electric motors, high-voltage batteries, and specialized electronic systems. The Shift to Subscription-Based Services Vehicle ownership is changing.

Mechanic

Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

When it comes to electric vehicles, we can’t ignore the crucial role of the electric vehicle HVAC system. There’s been a considerable increase in compressor technology for electric vehicle HVAC systems. There have been significant strides in heating systems for electric vehicles as well.

Electric Vehicles

Automotive Training Centre

APRIL 4, 2025

As electric vehicles (EVs) gain popularity, budding mechanics pursuing hybrid and electrical mechanic training must understand how EV bodies differ from traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Advanced Crumple Zones: Absorbs impact differently than ICE vehicles.

Mechanic

AutoSuccess

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

When it comes to electric vehicles, we can’t ignore the crucial role of the electric vehicle HVAC system. We’ve seen a significant shift from internal combustion engine vehicles to electric ones, and with this change comes a whole new approach to keeping passengers comfortable while maximizing energy efficiency.

Electric Vehicles

AutoSuccess

DECEMBER 27, 2024

The Core of Electric Vehicle Drive Units This complex system consists of various components that work together to deliver the power and torque required. Unlike their gasoline-powered counterparts, electric vehicles (EVs) rely on an electric motor and a battery pack to propel the vehicle forward.

Electric Vehicles

Auto Service World

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Here’s what they’ve learned during the experience — and what they find customers are learning along the way Despite all the noise, the negative talk, the pullback from automakers and global trends, Canadians are still turning out to buy electric vehicles. per cent of all new vehicle registrations, while plug-in hybrids were another 3.5

Oil Change

Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 7, 2025

With gas prices fluctuating, government incentives on electric and hybrid vehicles, and the growing push toward sustainability, many Canadian drivers are considering their options. Hybrids combine a gasoline engine with an electric motor, reducing fuel consumption and emissions. youre not alone.

Car

Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

A recent breakthrough could mean that electric vehicle wireless charging could be just around the corner. The system uses a resonant inductive coupling technology, which transfers energy from a coil in the ground to another coil embedded in the vehicle.

Electric Vehicles

Auto Service World

MAY 9, 2025

The future of fuel cell electric vehicles remains uncertain as the automotive industry continues to evolve, a new report highlighted. While battery electric vehicles (BEVs) have seen significant growth in model availability, sales, and charging infrastructure, FCEVs have struggled to keep pace.

Electric Vehicles

Auto Service World

JUNE 3, 2025

Despite looming trade challenges, battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales remained strong in the first quarter, making up nine per cent of new vehicle sales in the U.S. ICE vehicle repair costs dropped eight per cent to $5,345. and 10 per cent in Canada. Collision claims for repairable BEVs also increased, hitting 4.48

Electric Vehicles

Auto Service World

JULY 21, 2025

Engineered for versatility, the CL12A features three-stage front and rear arms, premium telescoping footpads, and multiple height and width adjustments, allowing it to accommodate a wide range of vehicles — from compact cars to trucks, SUVs and electric vehicles.

Automotive Services