MEDIA ADVISORY: Rev Up Your Skills in Alternative Fuels

Contact: Linda Wallace, 215-751-8082, liswallace@ccp.edu
Rhonda L. Lipschutz, 215-751-8021, rlipschutz@ccp.edu


The Automotive Technology Program at Community College of Philadelphia to Participate in 2017 National Fuel Vehicle Odyssey Event 

WHAT: The automotive industry is becoming more diverse with the introduction of alternative fuel vehicles, such as hybrids and electric vehicles (EV). As more urban populations have an interest in purchasing these vehicles, the demand for auto technicians trained in alternative fuels will be needed. To train those in the automotive field, and for anyone interested in starting a career in the industry, the Automotive Technology Program at Community College of Philadelphia will participate in a nationwide effort to showcase alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicle options at a National Alternative Fuel Vehicle Odyssey event.  

Select area high school students, college students, automotive technicians, service personnel and the general public are invited to attend the Odyssey event. The day will include lectures and workshops from professionals in the automotive tech field. Participants will be broken up into student groups where they can meet with speakers.

WHO:  Guest speakers and panel topics include:

Daniel Reed, Community College of Philadelphia, Auto Technology Program – Hybrid and EV Safety Precautions
Tony Bandiero, Eastern Pennsylvania Alliance for Clean Transportation – Alternative Fuels Facts, and Infrastructure in Our Region
Joe Torchiana, Torchiana Automotive Training – CNG/Propane Conversions and Vehicle Safety

WHEN: Wednesday, April 19, 2017, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. To register, go to Community College of Philadelphia

WHERE: Community College of Philadelphia, West Regional Center, 4731 Ludlow Street, Philadelphia, Pa. 19139

VISUALS: Various alternative fuel vehicles, including EVs, charge systems and hybrids will be on display, dozens of students learning hands-on training about the alternative fuels industry.


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