Koura is preparing to introduce its R444A refrigerant as a long-awaited replacement for R1234yf in the United States automotive aftermarket. Initially developed over a decade ago as an alternative to R134a in vehicle air-conditioning systems, R444A will now be offered as a compatible and more affordable alternative to R1234yf. Like YF, R444A caries an A2L … Continue reading New R1234yf alternative to launch in US
Goethe University has recently installed a state-of-the-art measuring device at its Taunus Observatory near Frankfurt, Germany, to provide precise monitoring of halogenated greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Continue reading F-Gas monitoring device installed at German observatory
In response to growing demand for electrified vehicles and related services, the Motor Trade Association of South Australia and Northern Territory is introducing a new EV-branded business sign to provide reassurance for owners of electrified vehicles that their local repairer has the necessary qualifications to do the work. Continue reading EV-branded business signs for qualified repairers
Queensland has positioned itself as a leading adopter of the federal government’s $95.6m New Energy Apprenticeships program. Continue reading Apprenticeship support a hit in Queensland
Electrification and automation technology leader ABB has developed the world’s first full range of hinged high-voltage connector backshells to improve cable-to-connector stability in heavy-duty electric vehicles. Continue reading ABB develops connectors for EVs that do the hard yards
Australia, Canada, Hungary, Spain and Thailand have recently surpassed five per cent of new car sales being electric, a milestone that experts say signals the start of mass adoption. Continue reading Australasia surpasses EV market share threshold thought to signal beginning of mass adoption
Japanese oil refinery firm Idemitsu is working on a groundbreaking coolant oil specifically designed for electric and hybrid vehicles. Continue reading Idemitsu announces oil to cool and lubricate entire electric drivetrains
VASA member TAFE Queensland is now offering the Certificate III in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology apprenticeship, making Queensland the second state in Australia to provide apprenticeships focused on electrified vehicles. Emphasising the significance of equipping the automotive workforce with essential skills to meet increasing demand for EV maintenance and repair, TAFE Queensland CEO John Tucker … Continue reading Queensland TAFE’s EV training and apprenticeships off to a flying start
Global chemistry company Chemours has announced the development of a sustainable heat-transfer fluid that could revolutionise the cooling systems of electric vehicles. Continue reading Chemours develops immersion cooling tech for electric vehicles
The Society of Automotive Engineers – Australasia (SAE-A) is now accepting assessment applications for Victoria’s Professional Engineers Registration Scheme (PERS). This approval was granted by the Business Licencing Authority (BLA), specifically in mechanical engineering. Victoria’s new mandatory registration scheme aims to ensure that engineers providing professional engineering services in the state of Victoria, or services … Continue reading SAE-A taking assessment applications for Victoria’s mandatory PERS ticket
