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A Quick Guide to Starting Your Own Auto Detailing Business

Would you like to turn your love of cars into a rewarding and successful career? If you’re passionate about the automotive industry, auto detailing is one of the most lucrative and versatile areas y

1 October 2015

Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: A Recap for Students Enrolled in Auto Schools

The Frankfurt Motor Show is one of the largest and most popular auto shows in the world. Car-lovers know that the event is held in Germany every other autumn, as it alternates with the Paris Motor Sho

30 September 2015

[Infographic] Quick-Guide to Automobile Tires

Tires should never hit the pavement without an automotive pro giving them the go ahead. Professionals in auto careers can read tire sidewalls like safety manuals, identifying the information they need

30 September 2015

VW “Dieselgate” Scandal: An Update for Students Taking Automotive Courses

In one of the biggest automotive scandals in recent years, Volkswagen officials have confessed to installing a “defeat device” in half a million of their diesel vehicles. The device was de

30 September 2015

Pursuing an Auto Career? See How Porsche Plans to Challenge Tesla with Its New EV

Since Tesla’s debut into the automotive industry, the company has proven itself as a serious competitor for major luxury car brands. However, German luxury automaker Porsche has recently stepped

29 September 2015

Top 3 Closing Techniques for Students Pursuing Auto Sales Training

Positions in sales and management are among the most lucrative careers in the automotive industry. With the right training and expertise, jobs in this field can earn you up to $100,000 per year. And s

25 September 2015

A Day in the Life of a Dispatcher: A Preview for Students Taking Dispatch Courses

In the transportation industry, dispatchers are typically required to wear many hats. In fact, these professionals are responsible for ensuring timely freight delivery, customer satisfaction, effectiv

25 September 2015

Infographic: The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Used Car

A car is one of the largest purchases that a person will make in his or her entire life. So naturally, it’s important that the final decision be a well-informed one. While industry pros who’ve had

24 September 2015

BC’s Luxury & Supercar Weekend: A Guide for Aspiring Auto Service Techs

Every September, the BC Luxury & Supercar Weekend is held at the VanDusen Botanical Garden in Vancouver. During this year’s Luxury & Supercar Weekend, spectators viewed over $200 million

23 September 2015

Want A Car Repair Career? Here Are The Most Common Transmission Problems You’ll See

A vehicle’s transmission system is its lifeblood—powering the various gears that engage speed, torque, direction, and more. This means that even the smallest transmission problems can greatly impa

23 September 2015

Toyota Prius Gets a Makeover: An Update For Students In Auto Mechanic Courses

These days, hybrids and all-electric vehicles have been gaining a lot of attention in the automotive world. And with talk of new upcoming luxury models it’s easy to forget that over the last two

22 September 2015

Want to Become a Mechanic? Here’s A Look At “The World’s Fastest SUV!”

This month, Bentley officially revealed the Bentayga—its first-ever production SUV. Not only is this one of the most luxurious SUVs in the world, but the British automaker also claims it’s the

18 September 2015

Ford Introduces New Auto Technology That Monitors The Health of Drivers

Over the past few years, society has grown increasingly health conscious. In fact, many people continuously keep tabs on their physical health and well-being. Wearable technology, like the Fitbit band

17 September 2015

Pursuing a Career in Logistics Management? Check Out the Industry’s Best Software

There is no better time to secure a career in transportation logistics. With more and more companies offering delivery options to consumers, the shipping sector is rapidly expanding –needing special

16 September 2015

Top 5 Most Common Repairs You’ll Encounter in an Auto Repair Career

When it comes to car repair problems, there’s a lineup of usual suspects: from spark plugs and brake pads to fuel injectors and more. Whether you would like to work for an independent local a

16 September 2015

Can’t Decide which Auto Career to Pursue? Here are 4 that are In-Demand Right Now!

It can be difficult to decide on an automotive career when there are so many to choose from. Whether you want to work on fast engines or sell the country’s most popular models, Canada’s au

15 September 2015

Considering Logistics Training? 5 Skills for a Career in Transportation and Logistics

Transportation logistics professionals are the people who make sure products are successfully packed, loaded, and shipped across the country—from warehouses to suppliers to your front door. With so

11 September 2015

A Brief History of the DeLorean for Students Pursuing Auto Careers

Every now and then, a car gains cult status. Whether for its beautiful styling, good performance, or unique history, it lives on in the hearts of collectors even long after its production stops. Howev

10 September 2015

A Basic Guide to Shop Safety for Car Repair Experts

Having a good understanding of shop safety procedures is important for anyone pursuing an automotive repair career. This is because most auto repairs involve working with chemicals and tools that can

9 September 2015

Inside Tesla’s Model X: The Specs That Pros in Auto Industry Careers Have Anticipated

Tesla’s anticipated new hybrid, Model X, is hitting pavements worldwide later this month. Auto industry insiders have been ready for this since Tesla CEO Elon Musk called the X a “sculptural work

9 September 2015

Want an Automotive Career in Luxury Cars? Check Out These Souped Up Hollywood Classics!

Most students enrolled in automotive training courses can’t help their interest for classic, action-filled Hollywood Blockbusters—not only because they are great films, but because they typically

8 September 2015

From McQueen’s Porsche to Sinatra’s Lamborghini: 4 Famous Cars Sold at Auction

For auto-lovers, nothing feels quite the same as owning a car that was once owned or driven by a celebrity. Of course, auction houses are aware that if the celebrity attached to the vehicle is one tha

4 September 2015

Infographic: Weird Laws and Rules of Driving in Canada

Canadians tend to follow some very unusual customs—we are excessively friendly (even to strangers), we use both loonies and toonies, and we have our very own “bacon,” which let’s face it, isn�

3 September 2015

Mitsubishi Intends to Sell Its Only U.S. Production Plant

Due to dwindling sales in the U.S., Mitsubishi Motors president, Tetsuro Aikawa, recently announced at a press conference that the company’s U.S.-based plant will cease production, starting in N

3 September 2015

Check Out This All-New Multipurpose Carport System

An Italian design firm recently developed GazeBox— a multi-purpose carport system that can be used to store a vehicle. The retractable cover system provides year-round protection from theft as well

2 September 2015

Top 5 Fastest Street-Legal Cars of 2015

Recently, the automotive industry has shown tons of interest in vehicles boasting fuel efficiency, high-tech infotainment systems and sustainable power sources. However, a few things that remain impor

2 September 2015

Audi Plans to Build an All-Electric SUV to Rival the Tesla Model X

Audi recently revealed sketches of its upcoming e-Tron Quattro concept, showing what the company’s fully electric SUV will look like. Auto-lovers are definitely aware that almost every automaker is

1 September 2015

Top 3 Mercedes-Benz Models of All Time

When car experts write up their lists of top cars of all time, there are almost always a few Mercedes-Benz models that make the cut—and with good reason. Credited with making the first-ever gasoline

28 August 2015

An Insider Look At The 2015 Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid

“Eco-friendly SUV” might sound like an oxymoron—especially when you add the word “luxury” to the mix. Up until recently, those terms didn’t go together. But, as a result of new development

27 August 2015

Guess How Far the 2016 Chevy Volt Can Travel on Pure Electric Power

This month, Chevrolet announced its latest addition to the hybrid scene—a next-generation, plug-in hybrid Volt with a huge upgrade in the battery’s distance range per charge. The all-new 2016 Volt

26 August 2015

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A Quick Guide to Starting Your Own Auto Detailing Business

Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: A Recap for Students Enrolled in Auto Schools

[Infographic] Quick-Guide to Automobile Tires

VW “Dieselgate” Scandal: An Update for Students Taking Automotive Courses

Pursuing an Auto Career? See How Porsche Plans to Challenge Tesla with Its New EV

Top 3 Closing Techniques for Students Pursuing Auto Sales Training

A Day in the Life of a Dispatcher: A Preview for Students Taking Dispatch Courses

Infographic: The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Used Car

BC’s Luxury & Supercar Weekend: A Guide for Aspiring Auto Service Techs

Want A Car Repair Career? Here Are The Most Common Transmission Problems You’ll See

Toyota Prius Gets a Makeover: An Update For Students In Auto Mechanic Courses

Want to Become a Mechanic? Here’s A Look At “The World’s Fastest SUV!”

Ford Introduces New Auto Technology That Monitors The Health of Drivers

Pursuing a Career in Logistics Management? Check Out the Industry’s Best Software

Top 5 Most Common Repairs You’ll Encounter in an Auto Repair Career

Can’t Decide which Auto Career to Pursue? Here are 4 that are In-Demand Right Now!

Considering Logistics Training? 5 Skills for a Career in Transportation and Logistics

A Brief History of the DeLorean for Students Pursuing Auto Careers

A Basic Guide to Shop Safety for Car Repair Experts

Inside Tesla’s Model X: The Specs That Pros in Auto Industry Careers Have Anticipated

Want an Automotive Career in Luxury Cars? Check Out These Souped Up Hollywood Classics!

From McQueen’s Porsche to Sinatra’s Lamborghini: 4 Famous Cars Sold at Auction

Infographic: Weird Laws and Rules of Driving in Canada

Mitsubishi Intends to Sell Its Only U.S. Production Plant

Check Out This All-New Multipurpose Carport System

Top 5 Fastest Street-Legal Cars of 2015

Audi Plans to Build an All-Electric SUV to Rival the Tesla Model X

Top 3 Mercedes-Benz Models of All Time

An Insider Look At The 2015 Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid

Guess How Far the 2016 Chevy Volt Can Travel on Pure Electric Power

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