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

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If you’re searching for a career path that combines both interests in a rewarding, secure position, look no further than the automotive service advisor role. Due to significant economic changes in recent years, you may wonder whether service advisor training is the right decision for you in 2024.

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As vehicle tech grows, so do repair, maintenance headaches

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Vehicle technology is advancing rapidly, creating new challenges for automotive repair and maintenance, particularly in cybersecurity and access to essential diagnostic information, industry experts said at a recent conference. This makes it extremely more difficult to deal with the vehicles.

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Advice for picking the right scan tool

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At the MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Technology Conference, Donny Seyfer, executive director of the National Automotive Service Task Force, provided insights on how to choose the right scan tool for vehicle diagnostics. Seyfers basic thought process begins with evaluating the volume of work on specific vehicle brands.

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Repair demand rises as outlets fall

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The do-it-for-me (DIFM) automotive service and repair market has experienced significant shifts over the past decade, with a growing demand for vehicle repairs but a declining number of repair outlets.

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5 Best Practices for Handling Luxury Vehicles After Auto Mechanic Training

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Always Follow Manufacturer-Specific Procedures Luxury vehicles like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and Tesla have specific maintenance and diagnostic procedures. These procedures often go beyond standard guidelines found in average vehicle repairs. Are you looking for comprehensive automotive training ?

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Aftermarket urges swift adoption of right to repair law

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Last fall, Quebec passed legislation to allow vehicle owners in the province to have protections in being able to choose the vehicle repair facility of their choice. It forces manufacturers to repair certain goods at “a reasonable price” to avoid having the consumer discard them entirely.

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ASA Coalition Legislation would Resolve Core Issues Faced by Independent Auto Repairers

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They now have an opportunity to support legislation that addresses their data concerns as well as important safety issues for independent repair shops and consumers alike. The SAFE Repair Act strengthens consumer choice. In the near future, ASA will provide the repair community with tools to help repairers educate their U.S.