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Electric vehicles cause tension in the automotive aftermarket

The article discusses the tension between the electric vehicle (EV) industry and the automotive aftermarket. It notes that at the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show, there were "Trump-like talking points" about the impact of EVs on the aftermarket industry. The article suggests that while some traditional automotive parts and services may be affected by the shift to EVs, the industry is also adapting by showcasing innovative products, such as skateboard chassis, that cater to the EV market. The article highlights the concerns of the aftermarket industry, which fears that the growing popularity of EVs could reduce the demand for traditional automotive parts and services. However, it also suggests that the industry is responding to these challenges by developing new products and services that cater to the EV market. The article concludes by noting the ongoing tension between the EV industry and the automotive aftermarket, as both sectors navigate the changing landscape of the automotive industry.

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Electric vehicles cause tension in the automotive aftermarket

The article discusses the tension between the electric vehicle (EV) industry and the automotive aftermarket. It notes that at the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show, there were "Trump-like talking points" about the impact…

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Electric vehicles cause tension in the automotive aftermarket

The article discusses the tension between the electric vehicle (EV) industry and the automotive aftermarket. It notes that at the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show, there were "Trump-like talking…

Read original at Ars Technica →

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