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Interested in Starting Mechanic Courses? Here are 5 Automotive Inventions Created by Women

If you’re interested in starting mechanic courses, it can be useful to know the history of how our modern cars came to be. Automotive history can also be a fascinating lens into how innovations are

30 October 2018

Do You Want to Become an Auto Mechanic? Here are 4 Secrets to Keeping Your Work and Life Balanced

In today’s workaholic world, work-life balance might sometimes feel more like a nice myth than a truly achievable option. Sure, it would be a nice thing to have, but realistically getting there migh

26 October 2018

A turbocharger contains two powerful fans that improve air flow

Hit the Gas in Your Automotive Technology Program with This Guide to Turbochargers

Although turbochargers first raced into the automotive scene in high-performance sports cars, they were soon adopted by auto manufacturers looking to increase fuel economy in smaller engines, and toda

25 October 2018

Interested in Auto Mechanic Training? Take a Look at some of the Strangest Cars in TV and Cinema

The history of TV and cinema is full of some truly strange vehicles. From amphibious post-apocalyptic semi-trucks to hot-rods built from coffins, filmmakers and the design and build teams they work wi

24 October 2018

How to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Auto Body Technician Training

It can be hard to get out of your comfort zone. Establishing a safe and predictable routine is a normal way to minimize stress and avoid confronting your fears, and in the short term, it might help. B

24 October 2018

New to Dispatch Training? Here are a Few Do’s and Don’ts

Making a change into a new career includes adjusting to its different particularities and demands, especially during the beginning of your training period. For students who want to start a career as a

23 October 2018

5 Helpful Habits You Can Use to Achieve Success after Mechanic School

Mechanic school can set you up with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the automotive industry, but it’s important to remember that your path to success doesn’t end there. The habi

19 October 2018

Want to Become a Mechanic? Here are 4 Facts about the Car Behind Stephen King’s ‘Christine’

There are few more iconic cars in pop culture than Christine, the titular character behind Stephen King’s classic horror story. The killer car, a 1958 red Plymouth Fury possessed by a thirst for rev

18 October 2018

Plenty of Women are Starting their Careers after Automotive Technology School!

When someone thinks of the automotive industry, they typically think of a male mechanic, lifting tires and hoisting heavy equipment. This idea can be because of the physical demands of the job as well

17 October 2018

Engine placement affects acceleration, handling, and steering

Which is Best? A Guide to Front and Mid-Engine Models for Students in Mechanic Courses

Due its effect on the car’s overall balance and centre of gravity, engine placement is a key aspect of reducing or enhancing how a vehicle responds to its steering input. While many standard cars ha

16 October 2018

Many vintage cars have prominent metal dashboard components

3 Tips on Cleaning a Classic Car’s Interior to Boost Your Auto Detailing Career

For many car collectors, the interior of a car is important to capturing its original charm, but expensive restorations aren’t always the right answer. When it comes to reviving a classic car to its

16 October 2018

A Guide to Alternative Fuels for Students at Auto Technology School

A typical passenger vehicle can produce about 4.6 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year, which contributes to smog, air pollution, and global warming. With over a billion cars in use globally, these

12 October 2018

5 Facts about the RR Silver Ghost for Students in Auto Mechanic Courses

Produced from 1907 to 1926, the Silver Ghost established Rolls-Royce’s reputation as one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers. The car was renowned not only for its uncommon reliability

11 October 2018

Follow the same advice when handling online complaints

A Step-by-Step Guide to Handling Customer Complaints after Service Advisor Training

It’s impossible to avoid complaints in the workplace, and the internet age has meant there are even more avenues for customers to voice their concerns with a particular business. Service advisors in

10 October 2018

GEM-CAR and Automotive Training Centres: Learn More About Our Important New Partnership

An exciting change is coming soon to Automotive Training Centres. Recently, we started a partnership with automotive software provider GEM-CAR. Short for Global Enterprise Management for Car and Autom

10 October 2018

Logistics clerks make sure clients get their deliveries on time

5 Skills Logistics Clerks Can Build During Dispatch Training

When you’re dealing with huge amounts of stock, multiple transportation vehicles, and a broad range of workers, logistics specialists become a necessity. They provide clarity in a world that can see

9 October 2018

A healthy battery is needed to keep the vehicle moving

Warning: What these 5 Lights Could Signal after Auto Technology School

Just because a vehicle still feels good to drive doesn’t mean that there aren’t problems under the hood. Lights popping up on the dashboard shouldn’t be ignored. This is a warning system that no

5 October 2018

Be aware of your aim and stance before you start to weld

The 4 Most Common Welding Mistakes Students in Mechanic Training Learn to Avoid

Welding, where materials are heated and joined together, may seem like a simple task, but it can be dangerous when the equipment or environment is handled improperly. There are over 70 different weldi

4 October 2018

Knowing where to place your attention will limit the number of distractions you’ll have

3 Ways an Automotive Service Advisor Can Boost Their Observational Skills

Observational skills are more than a little important for service advisors. These dedicated professionals use their observation skills to determine what the likely cause of a malfunction is. That’s

3 October 2018

James Dean’s Cursed Car: What Mechanic College Students Can Learn from the Porsche 550 Spyder

Few cars are as famous as the Porsche 550 Spyder, now better known as James Dean’s last ride. Despite being associated with tragedy, the car revolutionized the world of automotive racing and quickly

3 October 2018

Predictive maintenance could notify you about the right moment for a timing belt replacement

The Future of Predictive Maintenance Explained for Students in Auto Technology School

The reliance of auto manufacturers on technology has steadily increased in recent decades, but it hasn’t played much of a role in problem diagnosis until relatively recently. Despite the wealth of g

2 October 2018

3 Tips for Applying Your Critical Thinking Skills to Careers in the Auto Industry

To succeed in the automotive industry, individuals need to acquire a certain number of skills, and that includes critical thinking skills. Critical thinking allows individuals to think clearly and pre

28 September 2018

MaaS aims to centralize planning and paying for a trip into one platform

What Mobility as a Service Could Mean for Grads of Auto Repair Programs

It’s a truth universally acknowledged that everybody stuck in traffic is looking for a way out. In Canada, more than 15.9 million people commute to work, with the average driver spending a little ov

27 September 2018

Working with your hands can relieve stress and other ailments

Auto Body Technician Career Perks: Here’s Why Working with Your Hands Is so Rewarding

Working in a blue-collar trade often includes physical tasks, whether operating machinery, painting a house, or opening the hood of a car. But few people know that physical work can actually have a va

26 September 2018

So You Want to Become an Auto Mechanic? Here’s a Brief Guide to Crossover Vehicle Design

The crossover is a relatively new phenomenon that has impressed customers with its rugged spaciousness and exciting driving experience. Despite only starting to make its impact on the automotive scene

26 September 2018

3D printing is already being adopted by large automotive companies

4 Ways 3D Printing Could Change Manufacturing: an Overview for Students in Auto Mechanic Courses

The advent of 3D printing has brought many new changes which affect how products are designed and manufactured. Essentially, it is a process for making three-dimensional objects from a digital file th

25 September 2018

A Student’s Guide to Effective Time Management at Auto Mechanic College

When starting a new training program, it is important for students to establish an effective time management routine in order to not become overwhelmed. Balancing schoolwork with other responsibilitie

21 September 2018

Why Play in the Steering Wheel Is no Fun for Students in Auto Service Programs

Maintenance work is an important part of keeping any car up and running properly. One of the most common issues with a car’s steering system is known as excessive play, which means there is too litt

20 September 2018

A Mechanic’s Guide to Different Transmissions

Graduates of auto mechanic courses know that when a gas-powered car is running, its engine rotates very quickly—too quickly for the car’s wheels. A transmission serves as an intermediar

19 September 2018

5 Automotive Abbreviations to Know if You Want to Become a Mechanic

There are so many technical terms in auto engineering that it’s normal to shorten them down to abbreviations. When you read a review online or in a magazine you’ll likely be bombarded by these abb

19 September 2018

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Interested in Starting Mechanic Courses? Here are 5 Automotive Inventions Created by Women

Do You Want to Become an Auto Mechanic? Here are 4 Secrets to Keeping Your Work and Life Balanced

Hit the Gas in Your Automotive Technology Program with This Guide to Turbochargers

Interested in Auto Mechanic Training? Take a Look at some of the Strangest Cars in TV and Cinema

How to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Auto Body Technician Training

New to Dispatch Training? Here are a Few Do’s and Don’ts

5 Helpful Habits You Can Use to Achieve Success after Mechanic School

Want to Become a Mechanic? Here are 4 Facts about the Car Behind Stephen King’s ‘Christine’

Plenty of Women are Starting their Careers after Automotive Technology School!

Which is Best? A Guide to Front and Mid-Engine Models for Students in Mechanic Courses

3 Tips on Cleaning a Classic Car’s Interior to Boost Your Auto Detailing Career

A Guide to Alternative Fuels for Students at Auto Technology School

5 Facts about the RR Silver Ghost for Students in Auto Mechanic Courses

A Step-by-Step Guide to Handling Customer Complaints after Service Advisor Training

GEM-CAR and Automotive Training Centres: Learn More About Our Important New Partnership

5 Skills Logistics Clerks Can Build During Dispatch Training

Warning: What these 5 Lights Could Signal after Auto Technology School

The 4 Most Common Welding Mistakes Students in Mechanic Training Learn to Avoid

3 Ways an Automotive Service Advisor Can Boost Their Observational Skills

James Dean’s Cursed Car: What Mechanic College Students Can Learn from the Porsche 550 Spyder

The Future of Predictive Maintenance Explained for Students in Auto Technology School

3 Tips for Applying Your Critical Thinking Skills to Careers in the Auto Industry

What Mobility as a Service Could Mean for Grads of Auto Repair Programs

Auto Body Technician Career Perks: Here’s Why Working with Your Hands Is so Rewarding

So You Want to Become an Auto Mechanic? Here’s a Brief Guide to Crossover Vehicle Design

4 Ways 3D Printing Could Change Manufacturing: an Overview for Students in Auto Mechanic Courses

A Student’s Guide to Effective Time Management at Auto Mechanic College

Why Play in the Steering Wheel Is no Fun for Students in Auto Service Programs

A Mechanic’s Guide to Different Transmissions

5 Automotive Abbreviations to Know if You Want to Become a Mechanic

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