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Vehicle electrification isn't only powered by batteries. It's also powered by people.  Dr. Veronika Wright is a content creator, author, electrification consultant and the founder of social enterprise Electrified Veronika. Through Electrified Veronika, Wright uses education, social outreach and consulting to promote electric vehicle adoption and information about renewable energy. Wright joins the show to discuss her innovative work and her thoughts on the overall power of electrification.  Follow Electrified Veronika and Dr. Veronika Wright on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. Visit electrifiedveronika.com for more information.  Follow ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Yoshino Power recently introduced a solid-state lithium ion portable battery, and it was on display at AAPEX 2022 earlier this month. Digital Editor Hanna Bubser spoke with Vince Caito, VP of marketing and product development for Yoshino, on the trade show floor.  The technology behind this portable battery generator has applications that can impact the greater automotive aftermarket. Caito explains this technology and how it can play a role in the electric vehicle conversation.  This interview was originally conducted for ADAPT's sister publication, National Oil and Lube News. Subscribe to the NOLN Podcast and visit noln.net for more content. NOLN can also be found on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.  Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

When it comes to training in this industry, it is important to stay current and remain consistent. Understandably, navigating emerging technology and implementing new processes can be overwhelming for shops. But the sentiment remains the same: Education should be top-of-mind.  Dirk Fuchs is the director of technical programs and services at I-CAR. He joins the show to detail the importance of technician training and educational opportunities as well as some of the resources available.  Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Consumers subscribe to a wide range of services these days, from magazines to streaming services to podcasts and more. But what if you could subscribe to an electric vehicle? That is the premise of Autonomy, a subscription-based approach to EVs.  Georg Bauer is the president and vice chairman at Autonomy. He joins the show to discuss exactly what Autonomy's model looks like in practice, as well as the broader impact of electric vehicles in general.  Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

The batteries in electric vehicles make them heavy to transport, and that can pose a unique challenge for car haulers. Sarah Amico is an executive chairperson at Jack Cooper, which is a North American car haul company. Amico joins the show to discuss the role that electric vehicles play in navigating current road weight limits as well as possible solutions to the problems presented and the wider impact that this all could have on the automotive industry.  Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.  

Honda and LG Energy Solution announce an EV battery plant in Ohio, Rivian announces a recall, Polestar plans to stay on track for a delivery of 50,000 EVs by the year's end, the state of Vermont is offering incentives for citizens with high-polluting vehicles and Tesla is removing ultrasonic sensors from some of its models. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Honda, LG Energy Solution to Open EV Battery Plant in Ohio Rivian Recalls 13K EVs Polestar Plans to Hit 50K EV Delivery Target by End of 2022 Vermont: Switch to EV, Get $3,000 Tesla Removes Ultrasonic Sensors in Model 3, Model Y Note: some of these stories have been slightly edited for clarity.  Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.  

The 2022 ADAPT: Automotive Technology Summit was held on Sept. 24 and Sept. 25 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas. In this episode of the podcast, Digital Editor Hanna Bubser breaks down some of the key themes and takeaways from each day of the event this year.  Read coverage about day one, day two and each of the keynote speeches on the ADAPT Automotive website.  Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.    

This interview with Bob Redding, the Automotive Service Association's Washington D.C., representative, comes to the ADAPT Podcast from our sister publication Ratchet + Wrench.  Editor Chris Jones spoke with Redding about California's zero-emissions initiatives as well as the California Air Resources Board's Advanced Clean Cars II regulation and the overall impact on the automotive aftermarket.  Listen to more Ratchet + Wrench Radio episodes wherever you get your podcasts.  Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.  

Thomas Tucker of the Auto Care Association joins the show to discuss industry-wide collaboration and understanding as it pertains to the Right to Repair, and to give a preview of his Aftermarket Repair Information keynote at the ADAPT Summit.  Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Darrell Amberson and Jason Zeise of LaMettry's Collision join the show to talk about the evolution of the conversation surrounding vehicle technology and how to keep customer data safe while working on high-tech repairs. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech. Spots are still open for the ADAPT Automotive Technology Summit in Dallas, Texas! Register online at adaptsummit.com/register.

Schwartz Advisors Partner Mike Buzzard joins the show to talk about the various challenges facing the automotive aftermarket, as well as how he plans to kick off the ADAPT Summit with his opening keynote presentation. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech. Spots are still open for the ADAPT Automotive Technology Summit in Dallas, Texas! Register online at adaptsummit.com/register.

Chris Cloutier of Golden Rule Auto Care and autotext.me discusses how the right tools and the right insight can make a shop more productive and better equipped to handle challenges across the industry.  Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech. Spots are still open for the ADAPT Automotive Technology Summit in Dallas, Texas! Register online at adaptsummit.com/register.

A new proposal would set aggressive EV targets for California, supporters of the Maine Right to Repair Coalition are seeking a statewide referendum, and the NHTSA is requesting more information for an investigation into Tesla. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: California Aims to Triple EV Sales by 2026, Reach 100% by 2035 Maine Right to Repair Coalition Seeks Referendum NHTSA Requests Additional Tesla Autopilot Information Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech. Spots are still open for the ADAPT Automotive Technology Summit in Dallas, Texas! Register online at adaptsummit.com/register.

Ross Colket, CEO of Colket Automotive Technical Services, joins the show to stress the importance of information access, effective technician training, the incorporation of shop technology, and what he is looking forward to about the ADAPT Summit this fall. 

Chevrolet unveils its first-ever all-electric police cruiser, Ford expects EV materials costs to remain high for quite some time, and Volvo and Starbucks partner to install EV chargers at 15 coffee shops. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Chevy Unveils Blazer EV Police Cruiser Ford CEO Expects EV Materials Costs to Stay High Volvo, Starbucks to Install EV Chargers at 15 Coffee Shops Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech. Spots are still open for the ADAPT Automotive Technology Summit in Dallas, Texas! Register online at adaptsummit.com/register.

After sitting on the edge of a decision on the legal challenge to Massachusetts' Right to Repair law for well over a year, the aftermarket is still in the dark as to how that situation will resolve itself. Auto Care Association President Bill Hanvey joins the show to discuss how shops can educate themselves and their customers on the issue, as well as to preview some of the topics that will be addressed at this year's ADAPT Summit in Dallas, Texas.

Most EVs won't qualify for a revised EV tax credit, California's DMV has filed complaints against Tesla's advanced driver assistance systems, and an EV subscription services orders $1.2 billion in EVs. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Current EVs Wouldn't Quality for New Tax Credits California Accuses Tesla of False Advertising with ADAS Systems EV Subscription Company Orders $1.2B in EVs Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech. Spots are still open for the ADAPT Automotive Technology Summit in Dallas, Texas! Register online at adaptsummit.com/register.

Mike Mertes, Learning Innovation and Technology Manager at I-CAR, joins the show to give a prelude on the topics that he plans on discussing at the ADAPT Summit this fall. During this interview, Mertes talks about augmented reality, how gamification relates to vehicle technology, and more. 

A proposed bill could help rejuvenate the federal EV tax credit program, three states join Michigan in an effort to electrify Lake Michigan's roadways, and GM expands the reach of its Super Cruise technology. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Proposed Legislation Would Remove EV Tax Credit Limit 3 States Join Michigan to Add EV Chargers around Lake Michigan GM Expands Super Cruise for Use on 400K Miles of Roadway Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech. Spots are still open for the ADAPT Automotive Technology Summit in Dallas, Texas! Register online at adaptsummit.com/register.

As more EVs begin to enter the mainstream car parq, knowledge of how to work on those vehicles is becoming critically important for shop techs to have. Northeast State Community College in Blountville, Tennessee, recently received a near-$350,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to integrate EV technology training into its curriculum to ensure local techs are getting that information. Donna Farrell, Northeast State dean of technologies, and Ernie Morelock, automotive department chair, join Digital Reporter Hanna Bubser to discuss what the grant means for their college and why EV technology training is vital for today's techs. Check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

A motorcyclist is killed by a Tesla driving in Autopilot, Hyundai secures $1.8 billion from Georgia for an EV facility, and GM says it has enough battery contracts to make 1 million EVs annually by the end of 2025. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: NHTSA Adds Fatal Motorcyclist Crash to Tesla Investigation Hyundai Secures $1.8B from Georgia to Build EV Facility GM Secures 3 EV Supplier Contracts, Can Make 1M EVs by 2025 Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech. Spots are still open for the Summit! Register online at adaptsummit.com/register.

It's hard to believe, but we're less than two months out from this year's ADAPT Summit in Dallas, Texas. To get you ready for the two-day conference, we're bringing back the Summit Speaker Feature Series to provide a sneak peek at some of the session topics for this year. To kick off this year's series, ACA Vehicle Communications Director Mike Tanner joins the show to talk about everything from access to vehicle data, emerging tech in the aftermarket, and what to expect at the summit. Spots are still open for the Summit! Register online at adaptsummit.com/register. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

A quarter of Americans want an electric vehicle, Chevy unveils the electric Blazer mid-size SUV, and the United States Postal Service increases its EV purchase commitment to 40 percent. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Quarter of Americans Want an EV, Survey Says Chevy Unveils Electric Blazer Mid-Size SUV USPS to Up EV Purchase Commitment to 40% Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.  

General Motors partners with Pilot to install 2,000 EV chargers nationwide, Ford is sued over an alleged Mustang Mach-E defect, and Vietnamese EV startup VinFast secures a North Carolina investment. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: GM, Pilot to Add 2K EV Chargers across US Ford Sued over Alleged Mustang Mach-E Safety Defect VinFast Secures $1.2B for North Carolina EV Facility Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

When most people think of artificial intelligence in vehicles, their first and oftentimes only thought is autonomous vehicles. However, AI can provide invaluable information about a car to any interested party, whether they consumers or shop owners, and its scope can go far beyond operating a vehicle. Stephen Miller and Nick Browe of Cox Automotive subsidiary Fyusion join the show to talk about the potential of AI in the automotive sector, and how it can be used for so much more than just self-driving cars. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Rivian doubles its quarterly production, Tesla rolls out an adaptive suspension software, and the ACA urges support of Right to Repair legislation. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Rivian Nearly Doubles Production in Q2 to 4.4K Units Tesla Introduces Adaptive Suspension Software Update Auto Care Alliance Asks Members, Industry to Step Up Right to Repair Support Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

The judge overseeing the legal challenge to Massachusetts' voter-approved Right to Repair law has delayed his decision for a sixth time. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

The ongoing Right to Repair legal battle in Massachusetts has been a fixture in automotive aftermarket headlines for almost two years now, and a lot has happened since state voters approved the measure on the November 2020 ballot. A decision could be coming down this Friday, but after numerous delays, it would come as no surprise if it were delayed again. Nevertheless, Friday is an important day for the aftermarket. We're dipping back into the podcast archives to revisit a conversation from last month with Aaron Lowe, senior vice president of government and regulatory affairs with the Auto Care Association, about what's at stake in the decision and why shop owners outside of Massachusetts should care. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

General Motors halts production at Factory Zero for EV production upgrades, EV raw material prices have soared through the pandemic, and Cadillac's new EV will be built in Michigan. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: GM's Factory Zero Halts Production for EV Upgrades EV Raw Materials Double in Price during Pandemic GM to Build New Celestiq EV in Michigan Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Polestar unveils a new electric SUV, Stellantis tests wireless EV charging, and Ford considers ADAS subscriptions.  This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Polestar Unveils New Electric SUV Stellantis Tests Wireless EV Charging ADAS Subscriptions? Ford Considering It Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

As vehicles and the components inside of them get more complex with every passing model year, the one thing that shops need now more than ever is information. Scott Van Hulle, Manager of RTS and OEM Relations at I-CAR, joins the show today to talk about I-CAR's Repairability Technical Support service and how shops can take advantage of the information available. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Ford announces a $3.7 billion EV investment, Cruise receives a commercial operation permit, and Cadillac teases its next EV. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Ford Announces $3.7B Investment in EVs, New Mustang Cruise, GM Awarded Driverless Deployment Permit by CPUC GM Teases Latest Cadillac EV Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

The next generation of shop owners and technicians is going to be very different than the previous. Ratchet+Wrench Editor Chris Jones chats with shop owner Andrew Marcott about the skillsets young techs have, why your shop needs to embrace the digital age, and how to make your shop more appealing to young talent. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Buick unveils its first EV concept, a Tennessee community college secures a $350,000 EV grant, and Cadillac's first EV sells out in hours. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Buick Unveils Wildcat EV Concept Tennessee College Secures EV Program Grant Cadillac Lyriq Sells Out in 4 Hours Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Donny Seyfer, executive officer for NASTF, joins ADAPT Automotive's Hanna Bubser for a conversation spanning the state of the aftermarket, EVs, ADAS and what your shop should be doing to make sure its ready to handle those changes. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Hyundai confirms a $5.5 billion EV facility coming to Georgia, a Tesla Driver faces charges after a deadly crash, and Stellantis announces a new battery factory in Indiana. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Hyundai Confirms $5.5B Plant in Georgia Tesla Driver Faces Charges in Autopilot Crash Stellantis to Build EV Battery Plant in Indiana Model Showcase: 2022 Ford Bronco Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Last month, I-CAR executive Jeff Peevy joined the show to talk about the organization's new tech center in Chicago, which looks to be the preeminent hub for industry workshops and high-tech training. This week, I-CAR President John Van Alstyne talks about the changing landscape of the the automotive industry and how shop owners can start to take on some of the challenges that new tech creates. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Registrations of new EVs spike in Q1, Nissan mulls adding a third U.S. plant, and Lordstown Motors sells its Ohio EV plant to Foxconn. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: EV Registrations Spike in Q1 Nissan Weighs 3rd US Plant Specifically for EV Production Lordstown Sells EV Factory to Foxconn Study: More People Want Better ADAS, Not AVs Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Over the last several months, several major quick oil and maintenance brands have started to rollout services specifically developed for electric vehicles, and now FullSpeed Automotive is joining the ranks. FullSpeed Automotive CEO Kevin Kormondy joins the show today to talk about why the company thinks now is the time to jump into EVs and how he sees the overall car parc evolving over the next several decades. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Hyundai plans an EV plant for the U.S., Ford sells 8 million Rivian stocks, and Toyota approaches its EV rebate cap. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Hyundai to Bring EV Plant to US, in Talks with Georgia Ford Sells 8M Shares of Rivian Stock Toyota Close to 200K EV Rebate Limit Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

The front line in the battle for Right to Repair has been in Massachusetts ever since 2020, when 70 percent of voters chose to implement statewide legislation that ensured the Right to Repair for all aftermarket providers. In the nearly two years since then, the law has been challenged by a coalition made up of many major OEMs, and a decision in that suit has been delayed by Judge Douglas Woodlock five times. Aaron Lowe, senior vice president of government and regulatory affairs for the Auto Care Association, breaks down what that long of a delay means for the aftermarket and why shop owners outside of Massachusetts should care about the decision. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

Sixteen states sue the postal service over an ICE vehicle order, Rivian receives $1.5 billion from the state of Georgia, and the Biden administration commits $3.1 billion to EV production. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. 16 States Sue to Halt USPS ICE Purchase Order Rivian Receives $1.5B in State Incentives from Georgia Biden Launches $3.1B EV Battery Production Boost Plan Stories featured in this week's episode: Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

There are many factors at play in the automotive aftermarket right now, from supply chain disruptions to electric vehicles, technician shortages and more.  In this episode, Susanna Gotsch, author of the annual CCC Crash Course Report, offers insight on how shops can navigate these areas during a conversation with ADAPT Automotive's Hanna Bubser. Gotsch is a Senior Director, Industry Analyst with CCC Intelligent Solutions. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

GM confirms an electric Corvette, I-CAR announces a new ADAS-focused program, and Ford begins production on the F-150 Lightning EV. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: GM Confirms All-Electric Corvette I-CAR Announces New ADAS Technician Role Ford Begins Production of F-150 Lightning Model Showcase: Tesla Model 3 Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

LaMettry's Collision in Minnesota has been on the forefront of ADAS calibration for years now, and their facilities are continuously updated to keep up with emerging tech. Darrell Amberson, President of LaMettry's collision and a featured speaker at ADAPT's inaugural summit in December, talked with ADAPT Automotive's Hanna Bubser about why investing in ADAS calibration can be a huge boon for your shop. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

A decision in the Massachusetts' Right to Repair law challenge is delayed, Toyota invests $383 million into electrification infrastructure, and Rivian faces staunch opposition to its planned Georgia facility. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Judge Delays Massachusetts Right to Repair Decision Again Toyota Invests $109M in Missouri Plant for Hybrids Opponents to Rivian Georgia Plant Take Over State Meeting Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

The ADAPT Podcast talks with Worldpac Manager for Alternative Fuels Education Isaac Rodell about electric vehicle certification training. We discuss how EV training benefits shops as well as why it is important to strategize an approach for conversations and education surrounding vehicle electrification in general. 

Honda ramps up its electrification investment, Nissan partners with NASA to develop a new battery architecture, and Toyota unveils its first EV in nearly a decade. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Honda to Invest $40B in EVs, Launch 30 Models by 2030 Nissan, NASA Partner to Develop EV Batteries Toyota Officially Unveils bZ4X EV Cruise AV Pulled Over, Drives Away during Traffic Stop Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

I-CAR is currently building a 48,000-square-foot technical center in Chicago. The CTC, as it's called, looks to be the pre-emninet hub for industry workshops and training for EVs, ADAS calibrations and other advancing automotive tech. I-CAR executive Jeff Peevy joins the show to talk about development of the new facility, which is set to open in May, and why something like it is so needed in the industry. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

General Motors and Honda partner on a new EV project, the NHTSA opens an investigation into LG batteries, and Tesla delivers a record number of EVs in Q1. This is the ADAPT News Roundup, bringing you the top headlines from the week's latest industry and tech news. Stories featured in this week's episode: Honda and GM Announce Plans to Develop Affordable EVs NHTSA Opens Investigation into LG EV Batteries Tesla Delivers Record 310K Vehicles in Q1 Stellantis Enrolls Jeep EV in 5G Safety Pilot Program Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.

As EVs become more commonplace, shops are having to adjust how they provide service to account for vehicles with different drivetrains rolling into their service bays. Mark Ferner, a senior manager with Bridgestone, talks about how Bridgestone locations have slightly shifter their training to promote safety and efficiency with EVs while still focusing on services that are needed on all vehicles, regardless of what powers them. Be sure to check out ADAPT Automotive on Facebook and Twitter, and visit adaptautomotive.com for latest on industry trends and tech.