The first petrol-powered car, produced by Karl Benz more than 130 years ago, shares almost nothing in common with the cars of today, and the rate of evolution is increasing rapidly.

With the increase of highly sophisticated and often electrified vehicles being sold across the full spectrum of motor vehicle categories, how will software updates and tech support replace the hands-on car maintenance and sometimes oily repair work of the traditional automotive technician?..

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