Mark Jones

Emergency Services are routinely exposed to the electric vehicles in far more hazardous conditions than those faced by technicians in a workshop Electric vehicle (EV) battery technology continues to advance, with system voltages now exceeding 1,000 volts DC. Given the inherent risks associated with high-voltage systems in electric and hybrid vehicles, it is entirely appropriate that vehicle technicians are required to demonstrate competence and undertake formal training.   Frontline...

BYD Overtakes Tesla — But Real EV Progress Needs More Than Sales BYD has overtaken Tesla as the world’s top EV seller in 2025 — yet Europe and the US are softening EV deadlines just as the world should be accelerating towards a fossil-free transport future. Real progress isn’t about sales figures or naming a single market leader; it comes from global collaboration, long-term vision, and government pressure to drive technological change. Electric motors are far more efficient — and far simpler...

At ELV Training , we’ve built a reputation for delivering trusted, compliant, and practical training across the vehicle recycling industry. Over the years, one course has consistently stood out as our most popular — Vehicle Lift Safety Training . Originally designed for dismantlers and recycling technicians, this course has since attracted learners from across the automotive world — including mechanics, MOT testers, bodyshop technicians, and workshop managers . The demand from beyond our...