Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 17, 2024

To share your story, apply for scholarships, and further your technician career faster, visit TechForce.org/Students. Meet automotive technician student Aleesha. Aleesha received a scholarship from TechForce Foundation to help cover the cost of her technical education.

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Arizona Automotive Institute

JANUARY 3, 2023

If you are someone who enjoys a challenging job that involves hands-on services, a career as an automotive technician could be the perfect fit. Before diving into this career, it is important to understand what this career entails and what possibilities may be achievable with the proper automotive technician training.

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Arizona Automotive Institute

JANUARY 3, 2023

If you are someone who enjoys a challenging job that involves hands-on services, a career as an automotive technician could be the perfect fit. Before diving into this career, it is important to understand what this career entails and what possibilities may be achievable with the proper automotive technician training.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 17, 2024

By providing a clear plan the industry can begin to attract and retain the next generation of automotive technicians, he said. Suppose you go to those parents with a specific career path that you’ve created for their child that shows how they will progress and the career they will have once they get the education and training.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 13, 2024

To share your story, apply for scholarships, and further your technician career faster, visit TechForce.org/Students. Meet automotive technician student Tyler. Tyler received a scholarship from TechForce Foundation to help cover the cost of his technical education.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) announced a donation of $100,000 to the TechForce Foundation, a national nonprofit that supports students’ technical education and careers in the automotive industry. Bureau of Labor Statistics showing five open jobs to every one new technician graduate.

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Automotive Training Centre

MAY 3, 2024

Prepare for the Future: Generative AI After Automotive Technology Training For students in automotive technology training , the rise of Generative AI presents many opportunities. The future of the automotive industry is leaning heavily towards automation and smart technology.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JUNE 25, 2024

Baldwin, associate professor of automotive technology at SUNY Canton, in Canton, New York, says the projects he works on provide a combination of teachable moments, team building and hands-on experimentation, all in the name of education. And even when it comes to biology or chemistry, obviously physics, automotive is a good answer.”

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Arizona Automotive Institute

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Chances are, if you’ve ever had a repair done on your car or you’ve looked into car repair, you’ve heard both job titles “Automotive Mechanic” and “Automotive Technician.” What is an Automotive Technician? Automotive Technicians Employ Technology Cars are now significantly more complex than they once were.

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Arizona Automotive Institute

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Chances are, if you’ve ever had a repair done on your car or you’ve looked into car repair, you’ve heard both job titles “Automotive Mechanic” and “Automotive Technician.” What is an Automotive Technician? Automotive Technicians Employ Technology Cars are now significantly more complex than they once were.

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Automotive Training Centre

MAY 8, 2024

The Role of Future Automotive Technicians As the EV revolution unfolds, you, as a budding hybrid and electric vehicle mechanic will play a critical role in ensuring responsible battery management. Educate Others: Be a resource for car owners, informing them about responsible battery disposal practices.

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Brake & Front End

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Doug Kaufman, editor of ShopOwner and Tomorrow’s Technician, talks with Jen Maher, CEO of TechForce Foundation, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring and supporting young people to pursue careers as automotive technicians.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Doug Kaufman, editor of ShopOwner and Tomorrow’s Technician, talks with Jen Maher, CEO of TechForce Foundation, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring and supporting young people to pursue careers as automotive technicians.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 13, 2024

Being an educator is demanding enough, so it makes sense that teachers often prefer to tweak lessons plans only so much year after year. But for Jack Stow , automotive technical instructor for North Kansas City Schools in Missouri, that’s not enough. There’s a common saying among educators: “I’m not in it for the money.”

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Offering EV educational programs as well as EV parts and powertrains, Legacy EV has already trained nearly 500 technicians, partnered with several schools to utilize its curriculum for EV programming, and built a network of 43 Authorized Installers across the globe.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The 2023 Technician Supply & Demand Report shows that the technician workforce grew by 4.3% While a number of factors influence overall demand, the increase in technical school graduates and the growth of the total number of technicians employed from 2021 to 2022 certainly account for a good part of the decrease.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Chad Knaus, former crew chief for Jimmie Johnson and the only crew chief in NASCAR history with five consecutive Cup Series championships, highlights the importance of technician education in the safety and success of NASCAR.

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AutoSuccess

AUGUST 15, 2024

Brookdale Community College has secured a grant totaling $561,318 from the National Science Foundation to pioneer the Electric Vehicle Education for New Jersey (EVE-NJ) project. As the automotive industry rapidly transitions towards electric vehicles, this grant represents a pivotal investment in preparing the workforce for the future.

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Solera

AUGUST 4, 2024

Educate employees on effective disposal methods. Follow proper safety precautions and encourage best practices among technicians. In staying competitive with the quality and quantity of services offered, mechanic shops can also attract top-notch auto repair technicians and improve customer satisfaction.

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DRIVE

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Appeal For the Next Generation of Technicians Young automotive technicians are increasingly drawn to mobile repair for its flexibility, independence and direct customer interaction. By meeting customers where they are, shops can strengthen relationships, boost efficiency and tap into a growing demand for on-site solutions.

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Advanced Technology Institute

APRIL 8, 2022

On Thursday, April 7, 2022, Advanced Technology Institute (ATI) students were thrilled to receive two new “toys” in the form of a Chevrolet Camaro and Impala to be used in the Automotive Technician Program at ATI. We truly appreciate this donation to our Automotive Technician Program.

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Tire Review Magazine

APRIL 23, 2024

The trends show significant progress in just one year, with nearly 50,000 new automotive technicians joining the workforce in 2022 and a total growth of over 78,000 technicians in two years. To quote the conclusion of the report: “The technician workforce in the sectors we measure has grown by 57,000 employees from 2021 to 2022.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 8, 2024

TechForce Foundation’s Techs Rock Awards is the premier awards program honoring student and professional technicians’ dedication to their craft and to motivating others to pursue technical education and careers. Working Tech grand-prize winner Dustin Thomas is an automotive technician with CarMax in San Antonio.

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Bridgestone has announced a donation of $100,000 to the TechForce Foundation , a national nonprofit that supports students’ technical education and careers in the automotive industry. Bureau of Labor Statistics showing five open jobs to every one new technician graduate.

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AutoSuccess

DECEMBER 11, 2024

This, along with their exemplary performance each and every day, makes them exceptional examples of our industry to the public we serve. Together with our industry partners and award sponsors, we salute the best of the best. Curtis Morgans Garage Inc.

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AutoSuccess

JUNE 27, 2024

By donating new cars equipped with the latest technology, McGovern provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with the vehicles and systems they will encounter in today’s service centers as an automotive technician.

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CATI

JANUARY 25, 2024

Understanding the Role of an Automotive Service Advisor An automotive service advisor plays a critical role in a service center or dealership by liaising between customers and the automotive technicians. Confidence builds customer trust after service advisor training.

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CATI

JUNE 20, 2024

Completing an auto mechanic training program is a significant milestone for any aspiring automotive technician. In the rapidly evolving world of automotive technology, staying updated and honing your skills is crucial.

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AutoSuccess

MARCH 20, 2024

Ford dealers and Ford Fund, the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company, have announced they are investing $2 million in scholarship funding in 10 regions to help students pursue careers as automotive technicians. “As The scholarship may be used for all attendance costs, including tuition, tools, living expenses and transportation.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Having earned the trust of my peers, I organized and initiated a tutoring program with the goal of preparing for the ASE tests – a nationally recognized certification for automotive technicians. I have actively collaborated with BPW to raise funds for young women aspiring to pursue higher education.

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AutoInc.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

As part of its partnership, Car ADAS Solutions donated $1,500 to the foundation to become a TechForce Champion, a small business that supports the foundation’s mission of helping students get educated and find careers as professional technicians. “Young people deserve to find an education and career that fits.

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The Mechanic Doctor

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Automotive Technician An automotive technician diagnoses, fixes, and carries out regular maintenance on an array of motor vehicles. Consider Specializing Sign up for a post-secondary or technical education course. Most mechanics work at repair garages or car dealerships.

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Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2024

The honored individuals come from all segments of the automobile, collision, truck, school bus, parts, educator and training sectors.” Together with our industry partners and award sponsors, we salute the best of the best,” Tim Zilke, ASE president and CEO said.

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Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 17, 2024

The honored individuals come from all segments of the automobile, collision, truck, school bus, parts, educator and training sectors.” Together with our industry partners and award sponsors, we salute the best of the best,” Tim Zilke, ASE president and CEO said.

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Tire Review Magazine

MARCH 27, 2024

“Yes, tires are our bread and butter and an important part of our business, but we need to continue to educate our existing customers so they know our menu expands beyond tires and that we can service the entire car.”

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Wrench

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

If the concern cannot be reproduced, chances are high that any repair recommendation will be an educated guess that may or may not resolve the issue. A seasoned automotive technician will use knowledge, experience, and reference material to determine the best way to diagnose your particular issue. Get a free quote

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Wrench

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Each DTC is unique and identifies a specific type of failure that was detected so that an automotive technician knows where to start testing. Cody is now providing technical insight for blogs, providing readers with an educated and transparent look into automotive maintenance and repair.

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