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In order to further incentivize women to consider a career in automotiverepair, Virginia Tire & Auto has just launched a “Women in Automotive” scholarship that will assist in the advancement of women in the automotive industry. Automotive care has changed significantly over the past five years,” explained Holmes.
Second, you’ll learn the skills it takes to succeed in the industry that don’t necessarily involve engines and automobiles–speech, accounting, technical writing, and service management. Having the ability to maintain and repair cars, trucks, SUVs, and other vehicles is only part of being a successful mechanic.
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