A New Set of Tools to Keep EV Technicians Safe
December 5, 2022 - A KPA compliance consultant discussed what tools and training technicians need to safely work on electric vehicles (EVs).
5 Tips for a Long-Lasting Training Program
November 17, 2022 - KPA's Product Director of Training, discussed several tips to adjust your training programs during a market slowdown to keep employees and businesses safe.
It’s Not too Late! Safeguards Rule Taking Effect December 9
October 28, 2022 - Robert Ebin spoke with Editor Dan Shane on the Daily Drive podcast about how dealers aren't too late to start working towards the December 9 deadline to comply with the Safeguards Rule. Ebin laid out a plan for dealers on how to get started and what to continue to expect from the regulatory world in the coming year.
EV Hazards: Staying Safe with Proper PPE
When working with EVs, exposure to high-voltage batteries is a risky endeavor. That’s where personal protective equipment comes into play.
Survey Finds Some Dealers Open to FTC’s Proposal for Auto Sales Regulations
October 17, 2022 - A KPA F&I compliance expert weighed in on the results of a recent Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment survey that asked about Federal Trade Commission's proposed rule targeting vehicle sales regulations.
FTC’s Proposed Dealers Trade Rule Will Be A Game-Changer for All Dealers
October 14, 2022 - The Federal Trade Commission's proposed Motor Vehicle Dealers Trade Regulation Rule will have an enormous impact on all RV dealers, prohibiting any deception and requiring disclosures. A KPA expert spoke to RV News to more about the potential impact of this rule.
Three Things Dealers Need to Know About Energetic Failure
October 13, 2022 - KPA's Regulatory Project Manager, Micah O'Shaughnessy, CSP, CHMM, recently wrote an article for Wards Auto outlining three things that dealerships need to know to safely evaluate energetic failure in electric vehicles.
Despite “False Fall” Don’t Forget About OSHA’s Heat Hazards NEP
October 12, 2022 - It might be "false fall" time in metro Atlanta, but that doesn't mean dealerships shouldn't still monitor temperatures and keep employees safe. Lori Matthews outlines what dealers need to know about OSHA's Heat Hazards NEP.
EV Safety: Understanding Electricity
When your work involves electrical vehicles, it’s imperative to understand the mechanics of electricity to stay safe on the job. Here's a primer.
How to Service Electric Vehicles Safely, from the Daily Drive Podcast
September 23, 2022 - On the Automotive News' Daily Drive podcast, KPA's Micah O'Shaughnessy talks about what dealerships need to do to be safe when servicing and working on electric vehicles.
