Now, some technicians joke that every certificate is another step down the wage ladder, and EV training may be the steepest drop yet. In many trades, expanding your credentials is supposed to open doors to better pay and more advanced work. However, the frustration evident in comment threads under that Reel suggests that many EV-certified mechanics feel the opposite has happened. When performing warranty work, this time the manufacturer often dictates allowances and tends to be more restrictive than comparable customer-pay estimates. In the end, the mechanic who quips, “I get my EV certification just to lose money,” may not be joking until compensation evolves.