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How Battery Thermal Management Systems (BTMS) Will Impact Mechanics’ Careers

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One of the most critical, and often overlooked, systems is the Battery Thermal Management System (BTMS). What Is a Battery Thermal Management System (BTMS)? Fluid and System Maintenance Many BTMS units use coolant lines, pumps, and radiators, just like internal combustion engines. Contact us for more information.

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Decoding Telematics: What Mechanics Need to Know as Vehicles Get Smarter

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Its no longer just about what’s under the hood, it’s about whats inside the software. At an industry-focused auto mechanic school like ATC Montreal, students learn to work with telematics software and tools as confidently as they use a wrench or multimeter. This is why learning telematics isnt optional.

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The liability of smart cars and understanding the risks

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Types of automotive cybersecurity risks Todays smart vehicles increasingly rely on software, connectivity, and complex computer systems, opening them up to a range of cybersecurity threats. Due to their interconnectivity, smart cars are uniquely vulnerable to cybersecurity breaches that can lead to long-term consequences.

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Considering Automotive School? Explore the Role of Vehicle Control Units in EVs

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Much like a computer’s central processing unit, the VCU manages and harmonizes the various systems that keep an EV running efficiently and safely. It oversees essential subsystems such as the motor drive, battery management, thermal management, and energy regeneration systems.

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4 Ways to Leverage Technology as a Maintenance Technician After Auto Mechanic School

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With handheld diagnostic scanners and OBD-II code readers, maintenance technicians can quickly identify engine problems, transmission faults, and other system errors. Using fleet management software can also help you detect patterns in vehicle issues, allowing you to recommend proactive maintenance measures and reduce costly downtime.

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From the Magazine: The trouble of doing everything yourself

Auto Service World

Managing employees, staying updated with the latest automotive technologies, ensuring customer satisfaction and handling administrative duties can quickly become overwhelming. From CRM (customer relationship management) software to inventory management systems, there are numerous tools available to streamline your operations.

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Connected Cars and Telematics: Remote Diagnostics in 2025

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In 2025, being an auto mechanic means more than wrenches and engines. It means screens, sensors, and software. This data includes everything from fuel efficiency and GPS location to real-time engine performance and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Telematics allows mechanics to offer that level of care.

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