Blanka Kasalo, Author at Automotive Training Centre

ATC Facebook Contest: LaFerrari or McLaren P1?

What’s your favourite hybrid supercar? Arch-rivals Ferrari and McLaren both chose this year’s Geneva Motor Show to unveil the production versions of their newest ultra-rare hypercars, both

18 September 2014

Canada’s Second-Annual Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance

With the success of last year’s Concours d’Elegance at Cobble Beach, Georgian Bay, organizers have decided to make this a tradition. This years’ automobile show took place on September 14th at t

18 September 2014

What Happens with a Totaled Car?

Those in auto mechanic careers have seen their fair share of totaled vehicles. Say you’ve been in an accident and things look pretty bad. You’re wondering if maybe your car’s just been totaled.

17 September 2014

Highlights from Vancouver’s Luxury and Supercar Weekend

If you were in Vancouver this past weekend, you’ll be kicking yourself if you didn’t attend the 2014 Vancouver Luxury and Supercar show. Tickets to this event are much cheaper ($50!) than the lege

17 September 2014

The Future of Fuel Cell Technology

Hydrogen is not a power source, but rather an energy carrier. In a fuel cell vehicle, a reaction between hydrogen and oxygen occurs in a fuel cell, which then generates electricity through a chemical

16 September 2014

Effective Auto Body Repair Methods

If you’ve been in a car accident or even just obtained a single dent, there are several methods of auto repair used today depending on the type of damage that has occurred. Read further to explore t

12 September 2014

Comparing Hydraulic vs Electric Steering

Ever since the invention and further development of electric power steering (EPS) in the 1990`s, automobile companies have been improving the electric system so it may eventually become the only power

11 September 2014

Reviving the Atalanta After 75 Years

The Atalanta was born in 1936, in Middlesex, England. At the time, these cars were renowned for their lightweight construction, excellent traction, grip and road holding. Atalanta cars performed in th

10 September 2014

Volkswagen’s New Electric Fleet

From collector to auto mechanic, anyone interested in industry trends has watched with great interest as over the last few years, automakers have rolled out a range of electric cars. Ford has made per

10 September 2014

Advantages of Buying vs Leasing Cars

If you have an interest in car sales training, you will find yourself helping customers make the decision between buying and leasing. Perhaps they don’t have long-term plans to own a car—maybe the

9 September 2014

Continuous Training for Long Automotive Careers

Cars are constantly developing and will always continue to do so, so it only makes sense that as an automotive technician you will constantly be updating your training as well. Whether to improve your

5 September 2014

The Fully Customizable BMW R Nine T Motorcycle

The BMW nineT motorcycle is every purist auto technician’s dream vehicle. The bike, a very basic model, was designed to pay homage to 90 years of BMW motorcycles. Already, the nineT is BMW’s f

4 September 2014

How to Open an Auto Body Shop

For someone wanting to open an auto body shop of their own, it goes without saying that you will need fixed operations or auto mechanic training and have received a certificate from an auto mechanic s

3 September 2014

Most Challenging Car Repairs

Fewer people these days are choosing to repair their own cars, instead wisely opting to bring their vehicles to an automotive service technician. This is due partially to the complexity of automobiles

3 September 2014

Special Maintenance Considerations for Supercharged Cars

There are several automobile companies with supercharged cars—Cadillac and Camaro may immediately come to mind for automotive technicians. A supercharged car has an air compressor attached to the en

3 September 2014

Turning Dandelions into Car Tires

Anyone taking auto mechanic courses or training to become an auto technician knows that tire wear is a reoccurring issue for vehicle-owners – although it’s not always easy to pinpoint what’s

2 September 2014

Subaru Planning a Plug-in Diesel Hybrid SUV

Those training for automotive careers or undergoing car sales training will be pleased to know that Subaru is embarking into exciting new territory with the release of a plug-in diesel hybrid vehicle.

2 September 2014

Fueling your Diesel Vehicle with Vegetable Oil

Innovating upon the ways we use natural resources is one of the key ambitions of today’s society. We are aware our resources are limited, and that is why scientists, automotive service technicians a

29 August 2014

Becoming an Auto Insurance Adjuster

Let’s say we’re in the middle of a busy intersection—one car is trying to make a yellow light and hits another car going straight on the green. In some cases there will be a trial to determine w

29 August 2014

Advances in Solar Powered Race Cars

So you have an interest in automotive careers, but are looking for a new challenge? There is a modern classification of vehicles which has only been in development for twenty years, and this is the so

27 August 2014

Paintless Dent Repair and Careers as a Dent Doctor

Dents and scratches are an inevitable part of being on the road, or exposed to the elements. But even though drivers expect a certain amount of wear and tear on their vehicles over time, most of us wa

22 August 2014

Is Nissan Leaf “World’s Cleanest Car”?

Recently debuted in Nashville, Tennessee, the new Nissan Leaf has been dubbed the “world’s cleanest car.” Now for most of us, “clean” in this context means a zero-emissions 100% electric car

21 August 2014

Understanding What’s Included in Car Sales Price Quotes

Shopping for a new car is both exciting and daunting. Consumers dedicate hours to researching makes and models, compiling lists of their must-have add-ons, and visiting local dealerships to test drive

20 August 2014

Servicing Wheel Hubs and Bearings

Wheel hub bearings may not be visible when you’re scanning the outer body of a vehicle, but they play an important role in its safety and handling characteristics. Comprised of precision-manufacture

20 August 2014

Is Tesla Model S Chronically Unreliable?

According to Tesla, the Model S “sets the new standard for premium performance.” At its debut in 2012, the Model S received an unprecedented 99 out of 100 rating from the auto-testing and watchdog

19 August 2014

Car Maintenance Priorities to Prevent Major Repairs

Many professionals with auto mechanic training praise the importance of preventive maintenance, which consists of inspecting and testing a car’s engine, brakes, tires and anything else that can caus

15 August 2014

Infographic: How to Choose an Auto Career?

The auto industry in Canada is an incredibly important economic sector, employing thousands of professionals across the country. Wanting to work in the auto industry makes perfect sense, but with so m

14 August 2014

Best Practices for Auto Repair Customer Service

If you want customers to be talking positively about the garage or dealership you work for to build buzz in a community, you’ll need to make sure that you offer top-notch customer service. Any profe

14 August 2014

Essential Equipment of an Auto Body Shop

Are you interested in auto careers? How about opening up your own auto body shop? If you love cars and possess a good work ethic, an auto body shop can be a lucrative business opportunity. For your sh

13 August 2014

Hybrids Becoming More Exciting

The times are changing in the auto industry. Can you feel it? Hybrid and electric cars are becoming more and more important in global market, creating a number of auto careers. Many experts believe th

13 August 2014

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