Automotive Research and Design (AR&D) was founded in 1987 as a technology company specializing in the development of electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) propulsion systems.
1988-1993 AR&D successfully completed the design and manufacture of HEV prototype vehicles.
1994-1998 AR&D transitioned in to the development of learning systems for technical education and training.
Our technical expertise and experience has positioned AR&D as one of the first private training and consulting companies to off EV/HEV education and training to the automotive aftermarket and educational industries.
The interest for EV and HEV propulsion systems experienced signification growth in the last 1990's which prompted us to expand our training course offering, course materials, and other technical services.
1999-Current AR&D is one of the few companies with a technically qualified instructor staff, leading edge publications and course materials that supports our ability to deliver a learning experience and product line that effectively supports the highly complex and integrated systems found in EV/HEV technologies.
2010 - AR&D is expanding our training solution offering to include testing and diagnostic tools & equipment to further enhance the classroom learning experience.
In addition to our products and services, AR&D has focused on developing solid business partnerships with several organizations in an effort to expand our ability to support the demands of the market within numerous industries in need of a Hybrid Vehicle Systems training solution.
Our mission is to provide you the most comprehensive hybrid training solution on the market today.
