ASE set to discontinue five tests by end of 2025
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has announced the discontinuation of five tests by December 31. These tests include:
- Test E1: Truck Equipment Installation and Repair
- Test E2: Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation and Repair
- Test E3: Auxiliary Power Systems Installation and Repair
- Test P4: General Motors Parts Consultant
- Test X1: Undercar Specialist Exhaust Systems
Certifications and recertifications for these tests will no longer be available by the end of this year. All impacted users and systems will be notified, according to ASE, and the organization remains dedicated to providing high-quality certifications and will continue to evolve to meet industry needs.
A word from ASE
"Those individuals who want to be certified or recertified in these test areas should act now, and definitely no later than Dec. 31," said Matt Shepanek, vice president, credential testing programs for ASE. "ASE is constantly being asked by industry partners to create new credential tests. By retiring some of the lower volume tests, we will be able to free up resources to work on some new requests."
"Along with transportation industry leaders, we continuously evaluate the need for new and existing certifications to best serve consumers and industry," said Dave Johnson, ASE president and CEO. "As part of that ongoing review, we are also in the process of updating some automotive series tests and we will be adding new certifications focused on today's advanced vehicle safety and security systems."
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