EV EVOLUTION

Electric vehicles don’t play by old-school rules and neither does their electrical architecture. This course is built to help installers and fabricators confidently integrate high-performance 12V audio systems into modern EV platforms without compromising safety, efficiency, or vehicle functionality. Drawing on real-world EV installs, manufacturer best practices, and lessons shared by industry experts, this session breaks down how EV power systems actually work and what that means for audio upgrades.
 

We will go beyond theory and into practical workflows for power management, voltage compatibility, and safe system design. Keep your installs clean, reliable, and profitable every time! 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

• EV Electrical Architecture
  Understand how EV power systems differ from combustion vehicles, including DC-DC converters, 12V subsystems, and high-voltage isolation.

• 12V Audio Integration Challenges
  Learn how to manage voltage stability, current demands, and load balancing when adding amplifiers and processors to EV platforms.

• Safety & System Efficiency
  Best practices for safe wiring, grounding, and protection while minimizing impact on range, charging behavior, and vehicle diagnostics.

• Custom Power Solutions
  Explore voltage converters, distribution strategies, and custom wiring approaches designed specifically for EV audio installs.

• Future-Ready EV Audio Design
  Get insight into emerging EV trends, OEM system evolution, and how future platforms will affect aftermarket audio integration.

• Hands-On Troubleshooting Skills
  Diagnose noise, shutdowns, fault codes, and power issues unique to EV installs using proven, shop-ready techniques.

Bottom line: This course helps you stop guessing, start engineering, and confidently say “yes” when an EV rolls into your bay without setting off warning lights or the customer’s anxiety.