Chilling Truths: The Impact of New Refrigerants in the Automotive Aftermarket [RR 955]

Thanks to our Partners, AAPEX, NAPA TRACS, and Automotive Management Network Recorded Live at the TST Big Event, Michael Ingvardsen, Global Technical Training Manager from Nissens Automotive, discusses the evolving challenges and advancements in automotive air conditioning systems, including the potential warranty issues arising from using alternative refrigerants. This episode is a roadmap for staying informed, proactive, and environmentally conscious as we navigate the transition to new refrigerants. Michael Ingvardsen, Global Technical Training Manager, Nissens Automotive Show Notes

• Impacts of new refrigerants (00:03:07) Discussion on the impact of new refrigerants on the automotive aftermarket industry.
• Testing and approval of new refrigerants (00:04:44) Testing and approval process for new refrigerants, including warranty implications.
• Industry response and concerns (00:08:07) Concerns and responses from the industry regarding the use of replacement refrigerants.
• Challenges and best practices (00:09:23) Challenges and best practices for shops in dealing with new refrigerants and components.
• Warranty implications (00:09:49) Discussion on warranty implications related to the use of new refrigerants and components.
• Industry communication and training (00:10:37) Importance of industry-wide communication and training on the use of new refrigerants.
• System maintenance and practices (00:11:34) Impact of new refrigerants on system maintenance and best practices.
• Industry readiness and response (00:13:15) Discussion on industry readiness and response to the introduction of new refrigerants.
• Cost and environmental considerations (00:18:04) Considerations for choosing replacement refrigerants based on cost and environmental impact.
• The concern about heat pump systems (00:19:22) Discussion about the technical concerns and impact of heat pump systems on warranty situations.
• European focus on heat pump cars (00:20:15) Insights into heat pumps by European vehicle manufacturers.
• Training for diagnosing heat pump systems (00:21:21) The necessity of understanding heat transfer and the flow of refrigerant in a heat pump system for effective diagnosis.
• Life lessons and analogies with heat pumps (00:22:47) Humorous analogies and life lessons related to heat pump systems and relationships.
• Challenges and changes in refrigerants (00:26:15) Discussion about the re-evaluation of refrigerants in Europe and the challenges in adapting to new environmental regulations.
• Importance of staying updated and educated (00:27:09) Encouragement for professionals to stay updated, attend classes, and be experts in air conditioning systems.

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