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Vehicle Technology And Trends 2020

I-CAR · October 29, 2019 · Ford, Lincoln, Jeep, Cadillac, Toyota, Kia, Land Rover, Porsche

Summary

This article highlights the release of the I-CAR 'Vehicle Technology And Trends 2020' course, which covers new vehicle construction, materials, and emerging technology trends for the 2020 model year. Key trends include the widespread adoption of glass roofs, push-button shifters, touchscreens, multi-function tailgates, and several redesigned or brand-new hybrid and electric vehicle models.

What to do on the job

Review the specific OEM repair procedures and material guidelines for 2020 model year vehicles, paying close attention to glass roof installations, advanced electronics, and high-voltage hybrid/EV systems.

How to use it

Use this document to justify additional research time during the blueprinting phase for 2020 model year vehicles. It helps defend the necessity of specialized procedures for new features like glass roofs, multi-function tailgates, and high-voltage EV systems (such as the Porsche Taycan's 800V system) by showing these are recognized industry-wide technological shifts requiring updated training and repair methods.

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