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Considering Hybrid Technology Training? Find out Who’s Leading the EV Industry

Automotive Training Centre

In 2003, Tesla revolutionized the EV market with its high-performance electric cars and cutting-edge battery technology. For students in hybrid technology training , Tesla’s relentless push for innovation offers valuable insights into battery management, software integration, and sustainable manufacturing practices.

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Honoring Tom Piippo: A Legacy of Leadership in the Automotive Industry

AutoInc.

After discovering ASA-Michigan’s The Garage Key in the early 2000s, he joined ASA in 2003 and quickly became involved. His leadership led him to serve in various ASA roles, including regional director, the Mechanical Operations Committee (MOC), and most recently, ASA national secretary/treasurer.

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Restoration Colleges Take a Different Approach to “Teaching the Classics”

Eastwood

But as cars have become more digital, the traditional shop mechanic role has lost some of its glimmer for a new generation. The mix focused heavily on the usual mechanical, fabrication, bodywork, and painting skills, but also included upholstery and trim as well as other minor disciplines. Mechanical, not so much.”

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5 Pressing AWD System Problems in Honda Pilot (+How To Fix)

RepairSmith

Your best bet is to visit a mechanic. Here’s what your mechanic will do: Check the sensors and actuators: They’ll check your vehicle for a faulty O2 sensor or actuator and install new ones. Check for VCM problems: They’ll dismantle the intake manifold to access the rear cylinder’s VCM (Variable Cylinder Management) unit.

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Bridging the past and present: Totten Tire may be Birch Run’s best kept secret in tires

Tire Review Magazine

After high school graduation, he headed to college and took a job for a different company, driving a tow truck and doing mechanical work. So, I came back to work around 2001, and in 2003 I started buying shares, purchasing so many a month.” If a mechanic calls in sick, I’ll be a mechanic that day.”

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Wrenching Women Wednesday with Katie French, featuring Jaime Spedden

RepairPal

I started out as an oil change technician for Walmart Tire and Lube Express in 2003. Eventually, I was hired as a fleet mechanic for a construction company and I worked on their trucks and equipment for 11 years. I had one person tell me I was a “vintage car mechanic” and “would never thrive in a modern shop”.

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Sandro Pagliarulo retires from OTR Engineered Solutions

Tire Review Magazine

Sandro Pagliarulo, managing director of Canada and Europe operations for OTR Engineered Solutions (OTR) , announced his retirement from the company, effective Oct. Pagliarulo began his career as a mechanical engineer for Global Wheel, a South African wheel manufacturer. We thank Sandro for helping us achieve this competitive advantage.”