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How Auto Mechanic Training Prepares Students for the Challenges of Shop Management

Automotive Training Centre

Managing an automotive shop could be the perfect path for those aiming for leadership roles. Though lucrative and interesting, becoming a shop manager or foreman involves additional challenges and responsibilities. Effective shop management begins with solid leadership.

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Aftermarket employment sets records

Auto Service World

Employment in automotive parts and accessories stores rose by 2% to reach 45,000, setting a new record for the industry. The automotive repair and maintenance industry also hit record-breaking levels, with employment surpassing 123,000. Automobile dealers, the largest segment of automotive employment, saw a 2.4%

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Vehlo acquires Shop-Ware

Auto Service World

Automotive aftermarket software and financial software company Vehlo announced it acquired Shop-Ware, a cloud-based management platform designed for independent automotive repair shops. The company plans to add Shop-Ware’s technology to its other product offerings.

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Understanding the Role of Telematics in Automotive Repair After Auto Mechanic School

CATI

Telematics is revolutionizing the automotive repair industry, transforming how mechanics diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicles. As connected cars become more commonplace, telematics technology is increasingly important in automotive repair shops. What Is Telematics?

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Schaeffler Features Future Automotive Repair Solutions at AAPEX

Brake & Front End

Engine Portfolio Highlights: Under the INA brand, Schaeffler aims to be the OE premium partner to provide engine repair parts for ICE and future propulsion systems. The demonstrator vehicle also features Schaeffler’s battery packs and thermal management modules. at the EV Experience Stage in booth J 7409 on Level 1.

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Is Automotive Service Advisor a Good Career? An Updated Guide for 2024

Automotive Training Centre

The main objective of the automotive service advisor role is to act as a liaison between customers at an automotive repair shop and the technicians who work on the vehicles. Service advisors are also responsible for administrative tasks such as scheduling, billing, writing work orders, and inventory management.

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The risk of not double checking vehicles before customer pick up

Auto Service World

Automotive repair shops should have a checklist of items to go over before handing the keys back to the customer.

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