Endeavor Plugged-In

Endeavor editors discuss the barriers to more widespread #EV adoption

Training your personnel for the EV consumer can go beyond the technical aspect. #EV #ShopManagement #Automotive #RatchetandWrench https://lnkd.in/gpnBCUxk

KNIPEX Tools LP recently released a 12-pc 1,000V Insulated Electric Vehicle Set for automotive vehicle repair shops that are doing or are looking to start electric vehicle repairs. #EVRepair #AutomotiveRepairShop #PTENMagazine #EV https://lnkd.in/g_QhREfJ

The rate at which battery pack prices are falling may make electric vehicle ownership costs equivalent to that of ICE cars come 2026, according to Goldman Sachs research. #EV #RatchetandWrench #AutoIndustry https://lnkd.in/gdxhrwGT

The electrical vehicle supply equipment (EVSE, often called a “charger”) is a component that will need replacing when damaged in a collision, regardless of the type of plug-in electric vehicle, such as a Tesla Model S (BEV) or Jeep Wrangler 4XE (PHEV). Collision repairers must have the knowledge and tools to diagnose and replace EVSE. https://lnkd.in/gzDHMyeD #EVs #collisionrepair #fenderbender #BEV #PHEV Dave Hobbs

Although sales of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) have slowed in 2024, sales of mild and plug-in hybrid automobiles remain strong. How does this affect collision repairers? Mitchell International's Q2 2024 Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights report shows the latest U.S. claims data on battery electric vehicles (BEVs), mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), and highlights how differences in their complexity and construction are affecting claim costs and repair operations. https://lnkd.in/gvCy8skf #PluggedIn #BEV #hybrids #EVs #collisionrepair #Mitchell

Sara Jensen discusses how #hybrid #electric #vehicles are having a moment, finding more applications in the consumer, #construction and #commercialvehicle markets. Joining her were: Mike T. with Xirro, LLC and Micheal Smyth with AFV Educate

We've rounded up some semi-recent battery news from companies including SYSO, Hunt Energy and others who have announced investments in the sector that show promise for the future.

Fleet Maintenance magazine has gathered insights from Ford Pro Charging, Green Mountain Power, and the city of Boston’s Central Fleet into the energy management challenges associated with #electricvehicles and how utility companies and #fleets are adapting to the new EV landscape. #electrification #utilities #charging #EVs

#Electrification is on the rise in many industries, including the heavy machinery sector. CASE Construction Equipment recently announced the commercial release of its 580EV, considered the industry's first electric backhoe loader. Its reduced noise and carbon emissions will benefit use in city centers and other sensitive environments. #constructionequipment #electricvehicles #zeroemissions Rental Equipment Register RER