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Electric Losses: Ford projects a 2024 $5 billion loss for Model E in recent Q3 earnings results, among other EV challenges

Toronto, Ontario – Ford is reporting a 25 percent decrease in net income for Q3 2024, largely due to losses in its EV segment. The automaker reported net income of US$892 million for the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2024. This decline follows a previously anticipated US$1 billion charge to the automaker for its cancellation of […]

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Feeling Rivian Blue: New report highlights more than 16 worker safety violations at Rivian plant in Normal, Illinois

Normal, Illinois — A recent report from Bloomberg shares a history of serious health and safety violations at automaker Rivian’s plant in Normal, Illinois, including a former employee claiming to have experienced “Rivian Blue” bile after painting R1T pickup trucks without PPE. The electric vehicle manufacturer has specifically received citations for 16 initial violations in […]

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EV/AV Report: Stellantis invests in wind tunnel to test for electric vehicle aerodynamics; while the NHTSA opens an investigation into Tesla’s FSD systems following crashes

Toronto, Ontario — In this electric and autonomous vehicle report, Stellantis unveils its Moving Ground Plane (MGP) technology to test the aerodynamic potential of electric vehicles; while the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launches an investigation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system following four collisions. Breaking into wind Stellantis recently unveiled its Moving Ground […]

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WATTS NEXT?

YOU FEEL PREPPED FOR EV REPAIR—SO WHAT NOW? BY ALLISON ROGERS As we stand at the edge of a new era of collision repair, the question on much of the industry’s mind is simple: “If I’ve taken all of the recommended steps to prep our team for EV repair, what’s next?” Let’s start with the […]

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RISING TO THE CHALLENGE

COLLISION REPAIR CENTRES GEAR UP FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE REPAIRS AMID SURGING DEMAND BY MICHAEL VAVAROUTSOS Plenty of collision repairs centres are beginning to get certified to be able to repair electric vehicles (EVs). Over the past few years, EV sales have taken off, causing significant growth both on the roads and in shops. It is […]

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EV/AV Report: Aerogels help suppress thermal runaway; while Autonomous vehicles see their surroundings

Toronto, Ontario — In this electric and autonomous vehicle report, Aspen Aerogels, maker of insulating EV battery products receives a $607.6 million dollar loan from the United States Department of Energy to support North American infrastructure; while researchers from North Carolina State University develop a technique to help self-driving vehicles better map 3D spaces using […]

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Coalition Conditions: Bigger, heavier vehicles contributing to increase in traffic fatalities, EVs now a part of the problem, says The Road to Zero Coalition’s recent report

Toronto, Ontario — The Road to Zero Coalition (RTZ), an initiative of the United States National Safety Council, indicates in a recent report that larger and heavier vehicles, including electric vehicles, are contributing to an increase in traffic fatalities. The RTZ is the United States largest traffic safety alliance, with the goal of ending roadway […]

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A BATTERY’S BIOLOGICAL CLOCK

IN SOME CASES, BATTERIES OUTLAST EVS BY ALLISON ROGERS There are some widespread misconceptions about how long EV batteries last. In fact, the average consumer will often think that their EV battery needs to be replaced on a near-annual basis. According to electric vehicle researcher Recurrent, that couldn’t be further from the truth. In a […]

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PAINTING THE FUTURE

HOW SHOPS CAN PREPARE FOR REFINISHING ELECTRIC VEHICLES BY SARAH PERKINS While the fundamental principles of refinishing remain the same, electric vehicles present unique challenges and opportunities due to their distinct construction materials and electrical components. From lightweight materials such as aluminum and composite panels to high-voltage electrical systems, electric vehicles require extra precautions to […]

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Electric Drive at Durham: Durham College launches Electric Drive Vehicle Technician program

Durham, Ontario — Last Wednesday, Durham College announced the launch of its new Electric Drive Vehicle Technician (EDVT) program–one of only two programs0 offered in Ontario. As noted in a media release, “with the automotive sector rapidly transitioning to greener technologies, Durham College’s program is designed to equip graduates with the expertise needed to thrive […]

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POWER POINTS

WHAT’S THE POINT OF INSTALLING AN EV CHARGER ON-SITE? BY ALLISON ROGERS If you’re wondering how to get the word out that your collision centre is capable of repairing electric vehicles, a great first step is installing some Level 2 charging stations, according to David Giles, EV training coordinator for Consulab and founder of PoweredEV […]

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HIGH-VOLTAGE HANDLING

PREPARING FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES ALL BEGINS WITH THE PROPER PPE BY GLENVILLE SINGH More and more driveways are now adorned with electric or hybrid electric vehicles. Transit agencies are migrating from internal combustion (ICE) to electric buses. Many transport trucking companies have begun the leap forward. As we exit the dawn of the electric vehicle […]

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