Hyundai Motor America Donates 18 Electric Vehicles to Universal Technical Institute

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Universal Technical Institute (UTI) announced that Hyundai Motor America donated 18 IONIQ 5 electric vehicles to UTI campuses nationwide on Dec. 2, 2025. The first six IONIQ 5 SUVs are deployed at UTI-Long Beach, UTI-Rancho Cucamonga, and UTI-Sacramento for hands-on coursework.

The additional 12 vehicles will be rolled out to other campuses over the coming months. The vehicles will be integrated into UTI's Battery Electric Vehicle Technology course within its Automotive Technology and Automotive & Diesel Technology programs, covering high-voltage operation, EV components, diagnosis, electronic principles, and safety.

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• Donation of 18 IONIQ 5 electric vehicles increases lab capacity
• 6 vehicles already in use at three UTI campuses
• EVs integrated into Battery Electric Vehicle Technology coursework

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• None.

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vocational-education analyst

Hyundai donated 18 IONIQ 5 SUVs to UTI to support hands-on EV technician training across multiple campuses.

The donation places 18 IONIQ 5 electric vehicles into UTI's Battery Electric Vehicle Technology coursework, with the first six deployed at UTI-Long Beach, UTI-Rancho Cucamonga, and UTI-Sacramento and the remaining 12 scheduled to roll out over the coming months. This directly increases students' exposure to high-voltage operation, EV components, diagnosis, and safety practices within existing Automotive Technology and Automotive & Diesel Technology programs.

Primary dependencies include the pace of the campus rollouts and integration of the vehicles into curriculum and lab schedules; training value depends on consistent access and instructor readiness. Risks are logistical: vehicle availability across campuses and ensuring coursework uniformly covers the disclosed topics.

Concrete items to watch: completion of the additional 12 vehicle rollouts over the coming months and how broadly the IONIQ 5s are incorporated into course hours and assessment; expect observable curriculum integration within a 3–9 month horizon as campuses receive vehicles.

IONIQ 5 SUVs to be used in programs nationwide.

PHOENIX, Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute (UTI), the transportation, skilled trades, electrical and energy education division Universal Technical Institute, Inc., today announced that Hyundai Motor America has donated 18 electric vehicles for use at UTI campuses nationwide. The first six IONIQ 5 SUVs are now part of coursework at UTI-Long Beach, UTI-Rancho Cucamonga, and UTI-Sacramento, allowing students to gain practical experience working with advanced technology. The additional 12 vehicles will be rolled out to other campuses over the coming months.

"Technicians are the backbone of our industry, and we value these skilled professionals who play an essential role in delivering an exceptional customer experience," said Michel Poirier, Vice President, Aftersales and Customer Experience, Hyundai Motor America. "Our partnerships with trade school institutions, like UTI, are vital in preparing the next generation of technicians. These collaborations ensure that students receive the comprehensive training they need to excel in their careers and meet the evolving demands of the automotive industry."

"As the need for electric vehicle maintenance continues to grow, it's essential that dealerships have a talent pipeline of experienced technicians. Our partnerships with original equipment manufacturers like Hyundai Motor America are a valuable asset as we prepare students for transportation careers, and we are grateful for their investment in our programs," said UTI Division President Tracy Lorenz.

The IONIQ 5 electric vehicles will be used in UTI's Battery Electric Vehicle Technology course — covering high-voltage vehicle operation, electric vehicle components, diagnosis and services, and electronic principles and safety — that is part of UTI's Automotive Technology and Automotive & Diesel Technology programs.

For more information about Universal Technical Institute and its programs, please visit www.uti.edu.

About Universal Technical Institute, Inc.
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI) was founded in 1965 and is a leading workforce solutions provider serving students, partners and communities nationwide. The company offers high-quality education and support services for in-demand careers via its two divisions: UTI and Concorde Career Colleges. The UTI division operates 15 campuses located in nine states, with more announced, and offers a wide range of transportation, skilled trades, electrical and energy training programs. Concorde operates across 17 campuses in eight states and online, with more announced, offering programs in the allied health, dental, nursing, patient care and diagnostic fields. For more information, visit www.uti.edu or www.concorde.edu; LinkedIn at @UniversalTechnicalInstitute and @Concorde Career Colleges; or X at @news_UTI and @ConcordeCareer.

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FAQ

How many IONIQ 5 vehicles did Hyundai donate to UTI on Dec. 2, 2025?

Hyundai donated a total of 18 IONIQ 5 electric vehicles to UTI.

Which UTI campuses received the first six IONIQ 5 SUVs?

The first six IONIQ 5 SUVs are at UTI-Long Beach, UTI-Rancho Cucamonga, and UTI-Sacramento.

How will the donated IONIQ 5 vehicles be used in UTI programs (UTI)?

They will be used in the Battery Electric Vehicle Technology course covering EV operation, components, diagnosis, and safety.

When will the remaining 12 donated EVs be deployed across UTI campuses?

The additional 12 vehicles will be rolled out to other campuses over the coming months.

What skills will UTI students gain from working on the IONIQ 5 vehicles?

Students will gain hands-on experience in high-voltage systems, EV diagnostics, components, electronic principles, and safety.