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From the Magazine: It’s Your Turn: A new path for automotive technicians

Auto Service World

To the next generation of automotive technicians reading this, I want you to know that there is an alternative to the corporate grind. Anyone can do what Im doing, but the key is to do it right and do it quick in that order. We are in the service industry. Great service should always come first.

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In Conversation With Automotive Technician Student Zoey Benoit: Why Experienced Instructors Matter

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For many students, the path to becoming an automotive technician is driven by a fascination with cars and a desire for hands-on work. While her route into the automotive world wasn’t direct, it was transformative, leading her to the Automotive Training Centre (ATC) in Cambridge. Her answer was ATC.

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ASW Conversations: Porsches to Pastries: How Nhu Nguyen is supporting men’s health

Auto Service World

Nhu Nguyen has always felt the support of her male colleagues, instructors and mentors during her career as an automotive technician, which is why she goes out of her way to make men’s health a focus every year. For the last 12 years, I’ve been baking cookies, raising money and awareness for November.” on November 16.

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The Role of Automotive Technicians in Reviving Auctioned Vehicles

Auto Service World

Proper repairs and upgrades can restore an auctioned car to a fully functional and reliable state. Automotive technicians play a crucial role in this process. Their expertise helps identify mechanical faults, repair essential components, and ensure the car is safe to drive. Restoring these cars involves several key steps.

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Advice for picking the right scan tool

Auto Service World

Selecting the right scan tool is crucial for automotive technicians, and understanding the options can help make the best choice for your shop. So if they own a Volvo and a Subaru and a Ford, I want to be able to work on all of those cars, Seyfer explained as the rationale for a shop owner to use these services.

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An Introduction to Nano Cooling Film For Students in Automotive Technology Training

Automotive Training Centre

If you’re considering automotive technology training , this is the perfect time to explore how innovations like nano-cooling film enhance the driving experience while promoting sustainability. It is applied to a car’s windows as an invisible shield to block heat, reduce glare, and filter harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.

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3 Ways the Internet of Things Will Transform Auto Repair

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Internet of Things technology enables remote diagnostics, where mechanics can access vehicle data in real time to identify problems without the car ever leaving the owner’s driveway. Enhanced Diagnostics and Remote Access Gone are the days when diagnosing a vehicle issue required guesswork or extensive manual inspections.