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Meet Brandon Baldwin, B’laster Instructor Of The Year Candidate

Tomorrow's Technician

The Instructor of the Year Program, presented by Tomorrow’s Technician and sponsored by B’laster Products, recognizes the auto instructor who takes an unconventional approach to education, works through the inevitable challenges with creativity and passion and, most importantly, is committed to educating the best future technicians. “I

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In Automotive School? What to Know About Taiwanese Automaker Hon Hai

Automotive Training Centre

Although Foxconn is widely recognized as a tech giant, particularly for its role in manufacturing Apple products, its influence is expanding into the automotive sector. The company’s move into EVs presents unique opportunities for students focusing on electric propulsion, battery technology, and automotive electronics areas.

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What is “Brake Fade” and How Can It Be Prevented?

Brake & Front End

Brake fade presents itself in ways that feel similar to that of a worn-out brake pad. As a tech, your expertise is crucial in identifying whether your customer’s brake pads are worn-out or if their vehicle is showing signs of brake fade. However, it does not mean brake replacement is needed.

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From the Magazine: Facing the future of auto repair

Auto Service World

If the gap is present, they try to shorten the distance between expected wage and actual wage. A tech may need more than one diagnostic tool platform. By the time we figure out and get good at repairing something it’s no longer present and moving on to the next technology. The employer is open to change in the wage if needed.

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Troubleshooting and Mitigating Brake Rotor Problems

Tire Review Magazine

As a tech, you can assess whether the front or rear rotors need your attention by speaking with your customer about where they are feeling the abnormality while driving. Note that you can wash the rotors with soap and water if excess oil is present – just never wash them with brake cleaner!

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Troubleshooting and Mitigating Brake Rotor Problems

Tire Review Magazine

As a tech, you can assess whether the front or rear rotors need your attention by speaking with your customer about where they are feeling the abnormality while driving. Note that you can wash the rotors with soap and water if excess oil is present – just never wash them with brake cleaner!

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Navigating the AI Era: Is Your Car Dealership Ready to Thrive or Fade Away?

AutoSuccess

Presently, we have three generations of dealers, managers and salespeople in action. We reside in a tech-dependent world. At present: • We face the highest turnover rates in history. The eldest, with over 25 years of experience, hail from the “Negotiations Era.” This transformation is ongoing.