Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Fuel retailers view electric vehicle charging as a critical part of their future business, according to a new survey. The survey found that operators are feeling pressure to adjust to a rapidly changing mobility ecosystem, driven by both consumer demand for sustainable solutions and government regulations promoting electric vehicles.

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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.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Hyzon has announced a purchase agreement for 12 hydrogen-powered refuse Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs) with GreenWaste. Our technology offers a value proposition to our customers, providing zero-emission power necessary to meet the demanding challenges of refuse trucks, ensuring they perform day in and day out.”

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

While half of Canadians are curious about electric vehicles, a smaller percentage are ready to go on the technology, a recent study found. The study also maps Canadian consumer attitudes towards electric vehicles (EVs) by province. About one-third of respondents identified as EV Skeptic (30%).

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Auto Service World

MARCH 26, 2025

Electric vehicle (EV) sales are continuing to grow, but the once-rapid pace of adoption is beginning to slow as the market reaches a new stage of maturity. last year and set new highs in the percentage of vehicles sold in Canada in 2024, including BEVs making up about 18 per cent of sales in December.

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The Canadian automotive market is charting a distinct path compared to its southern neighbour, with electric vehicle adoption outpacing the United States and unique trends emerging in consumer preferences and the aftermarket. Be sure to tune in for the full discussion!

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Auto Remarketing

JANUARY 8, 2025

Its not a surprise to find full-sized pickup trucks at the top of a list of Americas 100 best-selling used vehicles. It was, however, a bit unexpected to find an electric vehicle in the top 30, and two EVs among the top 75. As has become expected, Fords F-150 pickup was the top-selling used vehicle in the U.S.

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Auto Service World

DECEMBER 10, 2024

From January through June 2024, car buyers showed a clear preference for affordable, reliable vehicles as economic conditions pushed many to prioritize value. The report also looked into consumer behaviour toward new and used vehicles, revealing a shift towards newer models, with 34 per cent of shoppers considering new cars over used.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 6, 2025

Demand for Comfort and Lightweight Materials Drives Innovation Consumers increasingly prioritize convenience and premium features in vehicles. The use of composites and polymers helps reduce vehicle weight while maintaining durability and visual appeal. These vehicles often include more advanced systems than traditional vehicles.

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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.

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Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Just like every internal combustion vehicle on the roads, the shocks, struts and springs will eventually degrade to the point where they can no longer control the movement of the suspension. It might trim the vehicle to achieve the best aerodynamics or to overcome road obstacles. EVs are not immune to potholes, curbs and rough roads.

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Auto Service World

APRIL 11, 2025

Original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are expected to bear the brunt of the additional costs, which vary by vehicle segment. Compact passenger vehicles will see an increase of approximately $3,000 per unit, while larger SUVs and pickup trucks could face up to $10,000 per unit in additional costs.

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Auto Remarketing

MAY 21, 2025

light vehicles has set another record, climbing to 12.8 The analysis found vehicle registrations surpassed 16 million in 2024, the first time thats happened since 2019. But that was not enough to offset the growing volume of aging vehicles. years, while light trucks were at 11.9 The average age of U.S.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 25, 2024

A new report highlighted just how much cheaper electric vehicles need to get in Canada to reach mandated sales levels. Last December, the federal government unveiled its Electric Vehicle Availability Standard, which outlines zero-emission vehicle sales targets for automakers.

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Auto Service World

MAY 22, 2025

However, the pandemic abruptly changed consumer behaviour, leading many to perform their own vehicle repairs in the U.S., The pandemic also closed thousands of repair outlets, reducing the DIFM market’s capacity to service the growing number of cars and light trucks. this was spurned by using government-issued incentive checks.

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AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Work Truck Solutions announced a collaboration with J.D. Power , launchingthe Commercial Electric Vehicle (CEV) Hub on Comvoy , a pioneering resource specifically designed to support the electrification of commercial fleets. A Charger Catalog filtered by vehicle make, model and business location. For years, J.D.

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autoevolution

MAY 17, 2025

Given how popular pickup trucks are in North America, everyone bet that the first to launch an electric truck would win big. This didn't happen, and the electric pickup truck revolution fizzled out as soon as early adopters got one. continue reading. )

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Auto Service World

APRIL 16, 2025

Despite the on-again-off-again-on-again tariff announcements and poor weather across much of the country, Canadians turned out to their dealerships to buy new vehicles at the highest rate in many years. And most sales were in the light truck segment. The group further noted that light trucks made up 88.1 1 to April 1.

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Automotive Training Centre

MAY 31, 2024

Electric Vehicles (EVs) are as popular as ever in 2024, yet their actual adoption rates continue to perform below par. These days, some EVs even offer longer ranges that rival traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. Thankfully, as battery technology advances, EVs are becoming more efficient.

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

If you’re in automotive school, the 2025 Ford Maverick is a compact truck you’ll want to look out for. We have received some exciting feelers about what this vehicle will look like, and we reveal them all in this piece. This should be exciting news if you’re undergoing hybrid and electrical vehicle mechanic training.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 23, 2024

Electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Automotive, Inc. announced Bollinger Motors* has reached an agreement to sell 50 vehicles to EnviroCharge, a provider of convenient and flexible charging solutions, for an estimated deal value of $8,250,000 for electric vehicle owners.

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Brake & Front End

MAY 30, 2024

Electric vehicle manufacturer Mullen Automotive, Inc. announced Bollinger Motors* has reached an agreement to sell 50 vehicles to EnviroCharge, a provider of convenient and flexible charging solutions, for an estimated deal value of $8,250,000 for electric vehicle owners.

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Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

automotive technology company and provider of full by-wire electric trucks and platforms, announced that its first demo P7-C fully by-wire chassis cab has arrived in the U.S. The vehicle will travel to NTEA Work Truck Week in Indianapolis to be showcased at Knapheide’s distributor event on March 5, 2024.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

automotive technology company and provider of full by-wire electric trucks and platforms, announced that its first demo P7-C fully by-wire chassis cab has arrived in the U.S. The vehicle will travel to NTEA Work Truck Week in Indianapolis to be showcased at Knapheide’s distributor event on March 5, 2024.

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Automotive Training Centre

AUGUST 2, 2024

The electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing unprecedented growth, significantly impacting automotive training. With advancements in battery technology, expanded charging infrastructure, and a growing range of models, many are considering switching from traditional gasoline-powered vehicles.

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 10, 2025

Graphic: Cox Automotive The average new-vehicle transaction price (ATP) in May was mostly unchanged from April, as the new vehicle sales pace slowed, according to new data released June 10 from Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book. Compared to May 2024, new-vehicle transaction prices were higher by 1.0%. million from a pace of 17.3

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Production costs of batteries for electric vehicles is expected to drop in the coming years, an automaker leader recently predicted. Battery systems account for around 40 per cent of vehicle costs. And range is expected to significantly grow. He also noted that his group views standardization as a key solution to reducing costs.

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Automotive Training Centre

DECEMBER 13, 2024

At the heart of these advanced vehicles lies one of the most important innovations in automotive technology : alternating current (AC) motors. Known for their efficiency and flexibility, AC motors are central in powering hybrid and fully electric vehicles. EVs are continuing to grow in popularity.

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autoevolution

MAY 17, 2025

If you really think about it, today's electric vehicles are not exactly what we were promised. At the time of writing, the average range of electric vehicles in the U.S. Although performance levels are outright phenomenal, range is only marginally so, and prices are most of the time well beyond reach.

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Automotive Fleet

JUNE 6, 2025

Graphic: Cox Automotive Wholesale used-vehicle prices (on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis) were lower in May compared to April , according to the Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI). Mid-size sedans decreased 1.6%, trucks were down 1.9%, and compact cars declined 2.3%. The index declined to 205.2,

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Automotive Training Centre

JULY 31, 2024

Canada’s ambitious goal to have 100% of new vehicle sales be electric by 2035 is facing significant skepticism from the auto industry. The EV Sales Quota: An Overview As you’ve learned in automotive school , Canada’s government has set a target of 100% of new vehicle sales being electric by 2035.

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Tomorrow's Technician

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Nikola Corporation , global provider of zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via its HYLA brand , announced a significant milestone today as it celebrated the commercial launch of the Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle at its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Coolidge, Ariz.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 29, 2024

announced the development of a zero emissions version of PowerUP, Mullen’s mobile EV charging solution, that will now be offered on the Company’s own Class 3 all-electric cab chassis truck. The post Mullen Announces Development of Mobile EV Charging Truck appeared first on Tomorrows Technician. Mullen Automotive, Inc.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 7, 2024

Accelera by Cummins , Daimler Trucks & Buses and PACCAR completed the formation of their joint venture, now known as Amplify Cell Technologies. His career spans several decades holding various roles in automotive and manufacturing industries, with his most recent responsibility focused on large-scale electric vehicle manufacturing.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 5, 2024

Accelera by Cummins , Daimler Trucks & Buses and PACCAR completed the formation of their joint venture, now known as Amplify Cell Technologies. His career spans several decades holding various roles in automotive and manufacturing industries, with his most recent responsibility focused on large-scale electric vehicle manufacturing.

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AutoSuccess

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The average transaction price (ATP) paid for a new vehicle in the U.S. For more than a year now, new-vehicle prices in the U.S. For more than a year now, new-vehicle prices in the U.S. NEW-VEHICLE AVERAGE TRANSACTION PRICE New-vehicle sales incentives climbed higher in October, jumping from a revised 7.2%

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Jalopnik

JANUARY 8, 2025

Volkswagen revived the iconic Scout truck brand last year with much fanfare. The slick new SUV and pickup truck models combine retro styling with electric power, but VW said it would throw in an optional hybrid model that comes with a gas-powered range extender to appeal to some buyers.

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