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What Does an Automotive Mechanic Do? An Updated Guide for Students

Automotive Training Centre

Today’s mechanics are tech-savvy professionals who must understand a vehicle’s complex systems, from traditional engines to electric and hybrid technologies. With the advent of electric and hybrid vehicles, knowledge in these areas is increasingly important. Mechanics must diagnose issues based on symptoms and test results.

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Technician vs. Mechanic: The Difference for Automotive Students

Automotive Training Centre

Their expertise lies in mechanical components and systems of vehicles. Mechanics are usually more focused on a vehicle’s “nuts and bolts” aspect. Mechanics are usually more focused on a vehicle’s “nuts and bolts” aspect.

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Leading Through Service: Nick Fox of Gills Point S Shares His Tire Industry Story

Tire Review Magazine

Landscaping and cleaning was my start, and through work ethic and proving that I wanted to learn more, I was then allowed to work on tires and then oil changes. His company has also developed an apprenticeship program with set time frames. Vehicles are getting a lot more expensive. Theyre going to get quieter.

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Deep Cleaning and Disinfecting Your Vehicle

Automotive Magic

KEEPING YOU SAFE INSIDE YOUR VEHICLE We are all doing our part to help prevent the spread of Covid 19. SANITIZING AND DISINFECTANT For many of us our vehicles are our homes outside our homes. Taking care to wipe down the steering wheel and all vehicle controls is an important part of protecting ourselves as well as others.

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Black’s Tire & Auto Service Has Your Back

Tire Review Magazine

The business has 55 Black’s Tire & Auto Service tire and vehicle repair centers in operation across North and South Carolina, and several of these facilities bill themselves as truck and RV repair centers. Black’s also has an apprenticeship program that is approved and registered in both North and South Carolina.

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Building Tomorrow’s Technicians: How a Revived High School Shop is Sparking Careers in Automotive Service, Collision Repair

AutoInc.

“The space is big enough to fit four cars,” says Benavidez, who was inspired to start a successful new apprenticeship program, Future Focus , alongside the workshop. Dick Vocio, an industry veteran, owns Vehicle Maintenance Place, where Gonzalez works. “Everything was there; it just needed some care and attention.

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Keep Your Vehicle Moving

Automotive Magic

The same certainly applies to your vehicle. You’re not putting on the commuter miles, you're not spending money on gas every week, you’re not due for an oil change because you haven’t gone anywhere. Being stationary in the driveway or garage may seem like it’s a blessing. It seems like a g.

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