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Taking EV Safety Seriously: Essential Procedures for Automotive Repair Facilities

Tomorrow's Technician

Electric vehicle (EV) safety is a crucial topic in modern automotive repair facilities. EVs contain both a low-voltage 12V battery and a high-voltage battery pack, which is managed by a high-voltage battery control module. The future of automotive repair includes an increasing number of electric vehicles.

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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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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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Anatomy of a Successful Auto Body Shop Owner

Automotive Training Centre

The leadership skills needed to guide a team effectively are cultivated over time, often through experience in managing roles. Entry-level roles like Collision Estimator or Body Shop Manager are natural stepping stones toward shop ownership.

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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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Use Technology to Enhance Shop Safety After Auto Mechanic School

Automotive Training Centre

Lift Safety Technology Vehicle lifts are essential in any automotive repair shop but pose significant risks if not used correctly. Our automotive training program incorporates Virtual Reality training to ensure student safety. Apps that track inventory can prevent unsafe conditions caused by misplaced parts or tools.

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Avoid quickly turning around customers

Auto Service World

It may be well ingrained in automotive repair shops but the practise of moving customers’ vehicles in and out of the bays is one that needs to end, a shop coach urged. He shared his belief that shops should avoid becoming known as a “quick turnaround” operation as it doesn’t allow for a shop to be as successful as it could.