Automotive Training Centre

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Electric vehicles represent a transformative leap in automotive technology, and at the core of this innovation lies the Vehicle Control Unit (VCU). Keep reading to discover the role of VCUs and how ATC will equip you to succeed in the electric vehicle industry. The VCU can be thought of as the brain of an electric vehicle.

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Tomorrow's Technician

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.

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Automotive Training Centre

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

As hybrid and electric vehicles become more common on the roads, the safety, reliability, and performance standards have never been higher. This process ensures seamless integration between electric and internal combustion components (in hybrids) and enhances overall drivability and safety.

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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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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 18, 2025

However, flooded electric vehicle safety presents unique challenges that differ from gas-powered cars. Why Flooding Poses Unique Dangers for EVs One of the most serious risks is electrical shorts. Water conducts electricity. When it enters an EV’s electrical system, it can trigger short circuits.

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Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

As electric vehicles continue to revolutionize the automotive industry, the role of vehicle electric water pumps has become increasingly crucial. These innovative components play a vital part in maintaining optimal temperature control for various EV systems, including the battery pack, electric motors, and power electronics.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

As electric vehicles continue to revolutionize the automotive industry, the role of vehicle electric water pumps has become increasingly crucial. These innovative components play a vital part in maintaining optimal temperature control for various EV systems, including the battery pack, electric motors, and power electronics.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Hanon Systems is investing more than $155 million into Ontario’s electric vehicle supply chain to build a new 284,200 square foot facility in Woodbridge. The new facility will manufacture e-compressors, an essential component for electric vehicles, creating 300 jobs and strengthening the province’s growing end-to-end EV supply chain.

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Automotive Training Centre

DECEMBER 11, 2024

If youre exploring a career in the automotive industry, youve likely noticed the growing emphasis on electric vehicles (EVs). Many automotive schools now offer specialized hybrid and electrical mechanic training to prepare students for this rapidly evolving market. Opinions differ, but lets break it down. The main selling point?

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Automotive Training Centre

JULY 30, 2024

Thermal management is a crucial aspect of modern automotive engineering, ensuring vehicles operate efficiently and reliably under various conditions. For automotive school students, gaining a comprehensive understanding of thermal management systems is essential.

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Brake & Front End

APRIL 23, 2025

New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), a type of vehicle which includes Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and hybrids, rely on a thermal management system that is critical for the performance, safety, and longevity of these vehicles. Electric Water Pumps circulate coolant throughout the system, ensuring consistent heat dissipation.

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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.

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Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 1, 2025

Regenerative braking systems , designed to convert kinetic energy into stored electrical energy to improve efficiency and extend range, are a vital feature of modern hybrid and electric vehicles. Understanding the nuances of regenerative braking systems is essential for aspiring hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 25, 2023

It would probably be accurate to describe changes happening and coming to the automotive aftermarket as “seismic” given the advances in vehicle technology and increased number of hybrid and electric vehicles.

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Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Electric Vehicle Radiator and Cooling Systems The radiator in an electric vehicle (EV) plays a crucial role in keeping the battery and other components cool, preventing overheating, and ensuring optimal performance. Neglecting these tasks can lead to costly breakdowns, reduced range, and safety hazards.

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Electrical systems are critical to every vehicle, from basic cars to high-end electric vehicles (EVs). As modern vehicles become more technologically advanced, the role of an electrical specialist after auto mechanic school has become increasingly important. What Does an Electric Specialist Do?

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Brake & Front End

JUNE 20, 2025

However, flooded electric vehicle safety presents unique challenges that differ from gas-powered cars. Why Flooding Poses Unique Dangers for EVs One of the most serious risks is electrical shorts. Water conducts electricity. When it enters an EV’s electrical system, it can trigger short circuits.

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Automotive Training Centre

MAY 30, 2024

One of the most significant advancements in recent years is predictive thermal management. Predictive thermal management enhances electric vehicle (EV) performance, improving efficiency and safety. This blog post explores predictive thermal management, how it works, and why it’s crucial for the future of automotive engineering.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Electric Vehicle Radiator and Cooling Systems The radiator in an electric vehicle (EV) plays a crucial role in keeping the battery and other components cool, preventing overheating, and ensuring optimal performance. Neglecting these tasks can lead to costly breakdowns, reduced range, and safety hazards.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

A new global survey found significant progress in fleet electrification across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, while highlighting the challenges fleet managers face in transitioning to a mixed-energy fleet. Nearly half of the surveyed fleet managers expect EVs to make up 50 per cent or more of their fleets by 2030.

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Automotive Training Centre

DECEMBER 11, 2024

As the automotive industry transitions toward greener technologies, hybrid and electric vehicles are becoming increasingly prominent. Here are five essential tips for interpreting codes effectively after completing your hybrid and electric vehicle mechanic training.

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

As the demand for hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics grows in today’s greener automotive world, students and aspiring mechanics must sharpen their skills and adapt their toolkits. With more hybrid and electric vehicles on the road, new challenges and opportunities arise, requiring specialized knowledge and capabilities.

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Auto Service World

MARCH 13, 2025

The Vision HiTech Training and Expo in the Kansas City area once again provided industry pros with the latest training, from management to technical. Technicians were whisked away for sessions, some day-long, on the latest challenges theyll face under the hood, as well as training for ADAS and electric vehicles.

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Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 29, 2024

The demand for skilled hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics is increasing as the automotive industry continues its steady but assured shift toward electrification. These technicians ensure electric vehicles (EVs) deliver long-lasting and optimal performance. Whichever route you take, always be thorough and careful to cover key areas.

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Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 4, 2024

Managing an automotive shop could be the perfect path for those aiming for leadership roles. Though lucrative and interesting, becoming a shop manager or foreman involves additional challenges and responsibilities. This comprehensive approach ensures that graduates are well-prepared to meet the diverse challenges of shop management.

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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. This consistent need for skilled makes auto careers a stable choice in an ever-changing job market.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Monitoring and Maintaining EV Battery Performance Many EVs provide a built-in battery health monitoring system, controlled via the Battery Management System (BMS). Ensuring the proper function of thermal management systems, including cooling and heating components, is essential for maintaining EV battery performance.

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Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Monitoring and Maintaining EV Battery Performance Many EVs provide a built-in battery health monitoring system, controlled via the Battery Management System (BMS). Ensuring the proper function of thermal management systems, including cooling and heating components, is essential for maintaining EV battery performance.

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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. EVs have unique warnings that differ from traditional cars, such as thermal management system failures and inverter issues. Are you ready to start hybrid and electrical mechanic training ?

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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.

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Automotive Training Centre

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

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. What This Means for Students in Hybrid Technology Programs Understanding the latest trends in battery innovation is vital for students in hybrid and electric mechanic training programs.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

During the Three Dragons session at this year’s MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Conference in Detroit, Greg Melich, senior managing director at Evercore ISI, provided the Wall Street perspective of trends taking place in the auto care sector. As for a tail risk, he pointed to electric vehicles.

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Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 19, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving automotive landscape, the shift towards hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs) is undeniable. A good hybrid and electric vehicle mechanic must adapt to these changes to thrive in this new era of transportation. Get the skills you need to service hybrid and electric vehicles in auto mechanic school.

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Automotive Training Centre

APRIL 17, 2024

As an aspiring mechanic or automotive technician, understanding the role of hybrid and electrical mechanic training and hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs) in this shift is crucial. The Game Plan: Uber’s Shift to Electric Uber ’s mission to become a “fully green” platform by 2030 in the U.S.,

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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. Here are seven trends shaping the auto mechanic industry in 2025.

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Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Hybrids combine both an internal combustion engine (typically gasoline) and an electric motor. On the other hand, electric cars are powered solely by electricity, using a large battery pack to propel the vehicle. For budding hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics, this is an interesting question.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Managing employees, staying updated with the latest automotive technologies, ensuring customer satisfaction and handling administrative duties can quickly become overwhelming. Consider the increasing prevalence of electric and hybrid vehicles. These people can help you manage stress and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

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