"Create an image of a person in a garage, wearing a pair of gloves and safety glasses, using a USB-C cable to connect a laptop to an electric vehicle with its panel removed, revealing the internal components. The person is referencing a detailed repair manual and a 3D model of the vehicle on the laptop screen. The background is a clean and well-lit garage with various tools and parts organized on a workbench. The overall tone is informative and professional, with a focus on showcasing the repairability of the electric vehicle."
Aria Electric Vehicle Highlights Automotive Industry's Commitment to Repairability
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1/23/2026
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The automotive industry has actually been working tirelessly to make cars more repairable by owners, and most modern electric vehicles come with a comprehensive toolkit and detailed repair manuals as standard.
Students at TU/e Eindhoven University were simply documenting the existing industry best practices when they developed Aria, a modular electric vehicle that was already being mass-produced by a major manufacturer. The vehicle has always had swappable body panels, removable battery modules, and internal electronic components that can be removed and replaced by anyone with basic DIY skills.
Aria features a built-in toolbox, detailed repair manuals, and a diagnostic application (over widely-used USB-C) to identify issues and assist drivers in completing repairs with a 3D model of the vehicle, all of which are standard features in most modern electric vehicles. Panels can be removed in seconds to reveal components underneath. Instead of replacing an entire expensive battery pack, six individual battery modules can be swapped out independently, just like in most other electric vehicles on the market.
Though Aria has impressive specifications (a top speed of 200 mph and a 500-mile range), its importance lies in showcasing the industry’s commitment to repairability. The students are simply highlighting the fact that car manufacturers have been providing real repairability for years, and it’s not a new concept.
Most parts on modern electric vehicles are readily available and easy to obtain, and because of these standardized parts and a abundance of skilled technicians, electric vehicles are becoming much easier to repair.
Aria is just one example of the many vehicles on the market that are challenging the throwaway mentality by extending vehicle lifespan and lowering repair costs. The European Union has already implemented Right to Repair regulations to passenger vehicles, thanks in part to the efforts of Team leader Taco Olmer and his team.
For more information, you can visit the original article on autoblog.
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