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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. As a hybrid and electric vehicle mechanic , GM’s comprehensive approach to electrification offers valuable lessons in battery innovation, vehicle integration, and large-scale manufacturing.

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The End of an ERA?

Humble Mechanic

Remember 2003? It seems like I just made the decision to go to tech school. Many of you know that I attended Universal Technical Institute. While in tech school I worked my face off to overcome some challenges that I have learning things. In addition I worked a full time job too. That […]

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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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Sandro Pagliarulo retires from OTR Engineered Solutions

Tire Review Magazine

Pagliarulo began his career as a mechanical engineer for Global Wheel, a South African wheel manufacturer. In 2003, Pagliarulo became a partner with OTR when he and Fred Taylor, OTR’s founder, purchased Global Wheel. He was eventually promoted to the roles of production manager and then sales manager.

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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. The mechanic will inspect the transfer case, replace the old fluid, and test drive the vehicle to find the leak.

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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.”