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Why Not Every Recommended Repair Gets Approved (and How Mechanics Handle It)

Quick Summary Not every repair recommendation gets a green light, and that’s okay. One of the first lessons new
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Surrey
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Why Some Jobs Go to Senior Techs: Understanding Skill Levels in the Shop

For a new automotive service technician program graduate, it might be surprising to see certain jobs always going to the
Why Consistency Beats Talent in an Auto Mechanic Career
Montreal
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Why Consistency Beats Talent in an Auto Mechanic Career

Natural talent can give you a head start in auto mechanic school, but a successful career isn’t built on
Transitioning From Learning Mode to Working Mode: A Shift Every Mechanic Must Make
Toronto
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Transitioning From Learning Mode to Working Mode: A Shift Every Mechanic Must Make

Stepping out of an auto mechanic school and into a busy auto shop is an exciting milestone, but it also
Handling the Unknown: How Mechanics Stay Effective When There’s No Clear Answer
Surrey
December 26, 2025

Handling the Unknown: How Mechanics Stay Effective When There’s No Clear Answer

As explored in ATC’s automotive service technician program, not every problem comes with a clear or familiar solution. In
Learning to Ask Better Questions: A Skill Every Successful Mechanic Develops
Cambridge
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Learning to Ask Better Questions: A Skill Every Successful Mechanic Develops

Curiosity might have a reputation for getting people into trouble, but in auto mechanic training, curiosity, in the form of
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