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A pair of auto body training students learning frame straightening using a computerized measurement system

Why Frame Straightening Matters: A Crash Course for Auto Body Students

Auto body training goes beyond painting panels or replacing bumpers. It’s about restoring structural integrity. And when it comes to serious collisions, few steps are as critical as frame straighten

8 October 2025

Auto body technician using a digital spectrophotometer for paint colour matching

Colour Matching in Auto Body Repair: How Training Makes a Difference

Ask anyone who’s ever had their car repainted, and they’ll tell you: the difference between a good repair and a great one is colour matching. A perfect blend is what makes a repair invisible, ensu

3 October 2025

A car being prepared for repair in automotive school

5 Essential Best Practices for Frame Repair After Auto Body Training

Mastering the art of auto body repair takes auto body training, dedication, and practice. However, within this vast field, frame repair presents a unique challenge that demands precision and a deep un

17 April 2024

A male auto body estimator taking a picture of a damaged car

How To Land Clients As An Independent Auto Body Estimator

Carving your niche as an auto body estimator in the competitive collision industry can be challenging. But entering the industry as an independent contractor, where you’ll be in direct competiti

17 January 2024

A student in auto body training performing dent repair.

A Day In The Life Of A Dent Doctor After Auto Body Training

The life of a dent doctor, also known as an auto body technician, is a blend of skill, precision, and customer service. Following comprehensive auto body training, these professionals embark on a care

22 November 2023

Student in auto body technician training wielding a car frame

Interested in Auto Body Technician Training? The Role of an Automotive Metal Fabricator

In the automotive industry, there are a lot of specialized jobs, ranging from mechanics to detailers to auto body technicians and beyond. They all work in perfect harmony and synergy to build, repair

16 June 2023

Top Skills That Will Help You Succeed as an Auto Refinishing Prep Technician

Ever wondered how some vehicles manage to look like they just rolled out of the dealership lot, even years after they’re purchased? It’s probably not car washes alone that are responsible for that

7 July 2021

A Roundup of the Top 4 Best Looking Convertibles of all Time for Students in Auto Body Schools

Convertibles rock for a variety of reasons that auto body technicians can personally attest to. They look great, they feel fantastic, and they’re guaranteed to turn heads. Whether it be a 2018 Corve

22 June 2018

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Omid Fard Automotive Service Technician

My name is Omid Fard, I’m an international student at ATC as an automotive technician student. I will be graduating in September. My instructor – Dave is the best instructor in the mechanics field. I spent a lot of time in the shop learning and got a lot of experience during the course. I recommend anyone interested in cars to come to ATC.

Thank-you ATC!

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