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I-CAR Vehicle Technology And Trends 2021 Course
I-CAR · January 14, 2021 · Ford, General Motors, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Jeep, Chrysler, Toyota, Acura, Mazda, Nissan, Infiniti, Hyundai, Genesis, Audi, Volkswagen, Polestar, Mercedes-Benz, BMW
Summary
The I-CAR Vehicle Technology and Trends 2021 course highlights the rapid evolution of 2021 model year vehicles, focusing on the rise of battery electric and hybrid vehicles, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) including LiDAR, and new structural materials like advanced high-strength steel (AHSS). It emphasizes the necessity of staying updated on these technologies to ensure accurate blueprinting and safe repairs.
What to do on the job
Review and complete the I-CAR Vehicle Technology and Trends 2021 course to properly identify and blueprint advanced technologies like ADAS, LiDAR, AHSS, and EV/hybrid systems on 2021 model year vehicles.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the inclusion of specialized research time, ADAS calibrations, and EV safety protocols on estimates for 2021 model year vehicles. It serves as industry-recognized proof from I-CAR that 2021 models feature significant technological shifts—such as increased LiDAR usage, hands-free driving systems, and advanced high-strength steels—that require updated training and repair methodologies.
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