Automotive Training Centre
APRIL 4, 2025
As electric vehicles (EVs) gain popularity, budding mechanics pursuing hybrid and electrical mechanic training must understand how EV bodies differ from traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. From lightweight materials to aerodynamics and safety features, the structural design of EVs is a critical factor in performance and efficiency.
Auto Service World
APRIL 1, 2025
The Automotive Industries Association of Canada has announced the return and expansion of the Innovation in Automotive Training program. The announcement comes after funding was renewed by Ontarios provincial government. Since its inception in 2022, this initiative has trained over 480 people in the province, exposing more to career opportunities in the aftermarket sector and providing essential up-skilling for the current workforce.
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Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 1, 2025
ir ride systems can offer great benefits for drivers. They can improve ride quality and add functionality like increased ride height for off-road excursions. But, as with other hard-working components, air ride shocks and struts will eventually fail, succumbing to either damage to or dry rot of the air spring. In addition, the dampener, which is just like any other shock or strut, will lose its ability to control the movement of the suspension due to internal wear and will lose fluid inside the
AutoShopOwner
APRIL 2, 2025
Its no secret that time is limited as an auto repair shop owner. Between diagnosing complex engine issues to managing your mechanics and creating a five-star customer experience, theres often little time left to focus on your financials. But what happens when tax season rolls around, and youre forced to buckle down on organizing your records and preparing your returns?
Shop Marketing Pros
APRIL 2, 2025
EPISODE: 146 You’re Not Spending Enough Money On Marketing with Parker Branch Brian and Parker dive into how strategic marketing investment can drive real growth for auto repair shops. Parker shares how increasing his marketing spend transformed his business, leading to record-breaking profits and industry recognition. They discuss why many shop owners hesitate to spend more on marketing and how cutting back can actually slow growth.
Automotive Training Centre
APRIL 3, 2025
At ATC Cambridge, mentorship is the foundation of our auto mechanic school. For students dreaming of hands-on careers in the automotive field, having expert instructors makes all the difference in how well they learn, how confident they feel, and how ready they are for the real world. We believe experienced mentors are essential to quality auto mechanic training, and our students agree.
Auto Service World
APRIL 1, 2025
The 2025 Vancouver International Auto Show drew in almost 139,000 visitors last month, the second year in a row it set an attendance record. The five-day event at the Vancouver Convention Centre showcased more than 30 automotive brands to enthusiasts, industry professionals and families. “We are thrilled with the success of this year’s Vancouver International Auto Show,” said Blair Qualey, president and CEO of the New Car Dealers Association of BC (NCDA), which owns and hosts t
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Girls Auto Clinic
APRIL 1, 2025
Dashboard emojis (a.k.a. warning lights) can be straight-up confusing. One day, youre cruising down the road, and suddenly, a tiny glowing symbol pops up on your dashboard. What does it mean? Should you pull over immediately or can it wait? Good news: You dont need to memorize all of them. Instead, think of your dashboard emojis like a stoplightred, yellow, and green.
Brake & Front End
APRIL 2, 2025
Valvoline announced the launch of its new passenger car motor oil formulas for both the U.S. and Canada. The company said these formulas surpass the updated International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) GF-7 standards, which formally went into effect on March 31. Valvoline added that its current ILSAC GF-6 certified synthetic Valvoline motor oils already meet all requirements of the new ILSAC GF-7 specification.
Automotive Training Centre
APRIL 2, 2025
The automotive industry is evolving rapidly, with software-defined vehicles (SDVs) becoming more common on the road. These vehicles rely on advanced software systems to control everything from engine performance to driver assistance features. As an auto mechanic , understanding how to diagnose, repair, and update these vehicles is critical to staying competitive.
Auto Service World
APRIL 1, 2025
CARS magazine reached out to leaders in the automotive repair and service sector of the automotive aftermarket to ask them about their thoughts about the industry over the next 12 months. How will the economy impact customer behaviour in 2025 compared to 2024? What role is technology playing in repair shops these days and how can shops use it effectively?
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 2, 2025
In a previous video, we covered the parts of a point-type of ignition distributor. Point-type distributor ignitions were the primary ignition system in the majority of all automobiles until the mid-1970s, when they were replaced by the much more accurate and dependable electronic ignition distributors and systems. This was a very important step in automotive technology as this was an era where fuel economy and reduced emissions were becoming one of the most important aspects of the internal comb
Girls Auto Clinic
APRIL 1, 2025
April is Car Care Month the perfect time to invest in your ride. Spring is here, and I can already feel the wind in my hair as I dream of a shotgun ride down the highway with my best friend! Can you feel it too? The warmth of the sun, the open road. Its a reminder that spring is also the perfect time to think about how we care for our cars. April is Car Care Month, and theres no better time to set a plan in motion before summer road trips take off.
Brake & Front End
APRIL 1, 2025
Selecting the right engine oil can be tricky, especially with varying manufacturer requirements. Test your knowledge with four vehicles from Asia, Europe, and the U.S., each with unique oil specifications. Learn why NAPA Full Synthetic Motor Oil is the top choice for superior engine protection, performance, and longevity. This video is sponsored by NAPA.
Automotive Training Centre
APRIL 2, 2025
If youre graduating from automotive school and preparing to work with traditional and electric vehicles (EVs), understanding warning alerts is key. Todays vehicles rely on advanced electronic systems to monitor performance, safety, and efficiency. Whether you’re servicing a gasoline-powered car or working as a hybrid and electric vehicle mechanic, recognizing what dashboard alerts mean is crucial for diagnosing and repairing vehicles effectively.
Auto Service World
APRIL 3, 2025
CARS magazine reached out to leaders in the automotive repair and service sector of the automotive aftermarket to ask them about their thoughts about the industry over the next 12 months. How will the economy impact customer behaviour in 2025 compared to 2024? What role is technology playing in repair shops these days and how can shops use it effectively?
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 1, 2025
Cabin air filter replacement is an often-overlooked service that significantly improves in-vehicle air quality. While most modern vehicles have cabin air filters, many drivers don’t know about them. Educating customers creates revenue opportunities and improves their driving experience. SKF’s Smart Air Purification system is a groundbreaking upgrade to traditional cabin air filters, providing a cleaner, healthier vehicle interior.
autoevolution
MARCH 31, 2025
The Chevelle was – and still is – the highest-production intermediate built by any American carmaker. It has become a cult since its introduction in 1964 until its demise in 1977. With millions of them roaming the streets in the sixties and seventies (and decades after that), it’s easy to see why the moniker is a regular at car meets today.
Brake & Front End
APRIL 4, 2025
In this episode of “Talking Shop with Shop Owner,” Doug Kaufman interviews Jason Rainey, VP of NAPA AutoCare and NAPA Autotech, about the NAPA Team Tool Rebate program. Rainey explains that the program is designed to help shop owners attract and retain technicians by providing them with the tools they need to do their jobs. The program works by allowing shop owners to earn rebates on their NAPA parts purchases, which they can then use to purchase tools for their technicians.
Automotive Training Centre
APRIL 1, 2025
Are you eager to kickstart a career in the automotive industry and wondering How fast can you become a mechanic ? The answer depends on the path you take, but the good news is that with the right training, you can enter the field fairly quickly. In this post, well explore the typical timeline for becoming a mechanic, the benefits of formal auto mechanic training versus learning on the job, the certification requirements for Canadian mechanics, the skills youll develop in training, and how deman
Auto Service World
APRIL 4, 2025
Amazon’s strong appeal to Millennials is set to significantly impact the automotive aftermarket, according to a recently released report, as this generation becomes the largest driver of parts and repair volume. “Amazon has a headlock on Millennials, who will generate the largest share of light vehicle aftermarket parts and repair volume over the balance of this decade,” according to the report Millennials Rev Amazon Aftermarket Sales by Lang Marketing.
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 2, 2025
Valvoline announced the launch of its new passenger car motor oil formulas for both the U.S. and Canada. The company said these formulas surpass the updated International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) GF-7 standards, which formally went into effect on March 31. Valvoline added that its current ILSAC GF-6 certified synthetic Valvoline motor oils already meet all requirements of the new ILSAC GF-7 specification.
autoevolution
APRIL 3, 2025
The failed MX-30 EV will be indirectly replaced by a larger electric sport utility vehicle from Changan Mazda, which produces the Mazda6-replacing Mazda6e. Known as EZ-6 in the People's Republic of China, the Mazda6e is twinned with the forthcoming electric sport utility vehicle. Recently spied testing in Germany, the newcomer is believed to be called CX-6e after Mazda filed this nameplate with the European Union Intellectual Propert. ( continue reading.
AutoInc.
APRIL 1, 2025
If you’ve ever had one family member at Thanksgiving who says something wildly inappropriate or still treats you like you’re twelve, you already know: family dynamics are tricky. Now imagine inviting that same person into your business. In the automotive world, it’s common to see families working together. Yes, parents, kids, spouses and siblings.
Girls Auto Clinic
APRIL 1, 2025
April is National Car Care Month a time to give your ride the attention it deserves. But lets talk about something most car owners do without realizing the consequences. The biggest mistake you make with you car is cheating on your mechanic. Yep, weve all done it. Jumping from shop to shop, looking for the cheapest fix or the answer we want to hear instead of the one we need to hear.
Auto Service World
APRIL 2, 2025
Despite a slight increase in trust, the majority of drivers remain wary of self-driving vehicles. According to AAAs latest survey on autonomous vehicles, only 13 per cent of U.S. drivers would trust riding in a self-driving vehicle. However, that is up from 9 per cent last year. Still, six in 10 drivers still report being afraid to ride in one. Enhancing vehicle safety systems remains a higher priority for drivers than the development of self-driving technology.
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 1, 2025
Selecting the right engine oil can be tricky, especially with varying manufacturer requirements. Test your knowledge with four vehicles from Asia, Europe, and the U.S., each with unique oil specifications. Learn why NAPA Full Synthetic Motor Oil is the top choice for superior engine protection, performance, and longevity. This video is sponsored by NAPA.
autoevolution
APRIL 3, 2025
This 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 is one of just 40 cars built under the Demon 170 Jailbreak program, having originally cost $150,946 to purchase. Normally, one would expect such a vehicle to make some money on the used car market, maybe even an extra $50,000 to hit that sweet $200k mark. But no. This thing just sold for $450,000. It’s not a typo, nor is it a clerical error.
Brake & Front End
APRIL 1, 2025
NTN, the parent company of BCA Bearings, has announced the launch of BCAs 2025 Summer Trails promotion. During the promotion, BCAs warehouse distributor customers can earn BCA-branded, premium merchandise with orders of BCA wheel hub assemblies, bearings, and seals. “We are excited to introduce the BCA Summer Trails promotion,” said Patrick Cronin, marketing manager, automotive aftermarket. “The Summer Trails theme inspires the spirit of adventure and exploration that we all st
Tire Review Magazine
APRIL 3, 2025
CEAT Specialty has launched the CEAT MULTILOADMAX radial tire , designed for tractors, compact wheel loaders, and industrial equipment. This tire enhances stability, durability, and traction , making it ideal for construction and off-road applications , CEAT said. Key Features and Benefits of the CEAT MULTILOADMAX Radial Tire According to CEAT, the new radial tire incorporates features to improve performance and longevity.
Auto Service World
APRIL 4, 2025
Advance Auto Parts announced that has completed the store closure phase of its transformation plan and is now focusing on growth. Towards the end of 2024, the company announced it would close hundreds of stores and some distribution centres. The news came shortly after it announced the sale of Worldpac to a private equity firm. The company said its decisions around Advance’s retail footprint was a key part of its broader transformation plan to reposition the company for long-term success.
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 2, 2025
March is always madness and this year, it rolled over into our Crossword Puzzle. After some significant upsets, here are the Cinderalla story (though still randomly selected) winners of the March Crossword Puzzle! You’ve each won a $10 gift card! Our winners this month are: Juan Favela, J. Sterling Morton West High School, Berwyn, IL Eric Hernandez, Princeton High School, Princeton, TX Jacob Alliton, Middleburg High School, Green Cove Springs, FL Darren Culver , Lonestar College, The W
autoevolution
APRIL 4, 2025
An Airstream hardly needs a formal introduction, being one of the most iconic RVs in the history of RVs in North America. The Flying Cloud is an icon in its own right among Airstream models, while also being one of the most enduring of the lot. But it's still able to surprise with its functionality, versatility, and home-like comforts. As Airstream says in the description of the Flying Cloud, they were never fans of making changes ju. ( continue reading.
AutoSuccess
APRIL 4, 2025
The business landscape is constantly evolving, seemingly making it difficult to develop plans and long-term goals strategically and accurately. For auto dealers, success is often a result of forward-thinking and proactive strategies that support sustainable and achievable growth. Despite the unknowns, a strong foundation and careful planning can help ensure long-term success on every level.
Tire Review Magazine
APRIL 2, 2025
Pirelli is expanding its Scorpion family with the launch of the Scorpion XTM AT, an all-terrain tire built specifically for North American drivers and vehicle trends. For Pirelli, this tire represents a shift for the brand perhaps known best for heart-pumping track performance products into a more aggressive off-road territory. To prove they can just as well walk the walk in the A/T segment, the Italian tire maker invited tire dealers and journalists into the heart of Death Valley, CA for two da
Auto Service World
APRIL 3, 2025
As vehicle care costs rise, drivers are prioritizing financial preparedness. According to the Gauge Index from Hankook Tire, a quarter of respondents plan and save each year for routine car maintenance and unexpected repairs. Almost one in five (18 per cent) said theyre creating a dedicated maintenance budget for the first time this year. Younger drivers are leading the charge when it comes to planning for vehicle maintenance.
Tomorrow's Technician
APRIL 1, 2025
NTN, the parent company of BCA Bearings, has announced the launch of BCAs 2025 Summer Trails promotion. During the promotion, BCAs warehouse distributor customers can earn BCA-branded, premium merchandise with orders of BCA wheel hub assemblies, bearings, and seals. “We are excited to introduce the BCA Summer Trails promotion,” said Patrick Cronin, marketing manager, automotive aftermarket. “The Summer Trails theme inspires the spirit of adventure and exploration that we all st
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