Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 15, 2025

If you’re considering enrolling in an automotive school , understanding innovations like PCM can set you apart as a skilled hybrid and electric vehicle mechanic. This thermal management capability makes it a critical component in the evolving world of EVs. Heres a closer look at how PCM is vital in enhancing EV safety.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 9, 2025

Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI) are transforming the automotive industry by enhancing transparency and efficiency. For service managers, DVIs streamline inspections, document findings with photos and videos, and improve communication with customers. This video is sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.

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Brake & Front End

JANUARY 9, 2025

Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI) are transforming the automotive industry by enhancing transparency and efficiency. For service managers, DVIs streamline inspections, document findings with photos and videos, and improve communication with customers. This video is sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

When it comes to electric vehicles, we can’t ignore the crucial role of the electric vehicle HVAC system. We’ve seen a significant shift from internal combustion engine vehicles to electric ones, and with this change comes a whole new approach to keeping passengers comfortable while maximizing energy efficiency.

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Automotive Training Centre

JULY 30, 2024

Thermal management is a crucial aspect of modern automotive engineering, ensuring vehicles operate efficiently and reliably under various conditions. For automotive school students, gaining a comprehensive understanding of thermal management systems is essential.

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Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Becoming a successful body shop owner requires a blend of skills that cover everything from inventory management to customer service. Gain Essential Inventory Management Techniques in Auto Parts Training A well-stocked shop with organized, readily accessible parts is the backbone of any successful body shop.

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Automotive Training Centre

MAY 30, 2024

One of the most significant advancements in recent years is predictive thermal management. Predictive thermal management enhances electric vehicle (EV) performance, improving efficiency and safety. This blog post explores predictive thermal management, how it works, and why it’s crucial for the future of automotive engineering.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

A new global survey found significant progress in fleet electrification across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, while highlighting the challenges fleet managers face in transitioning to a mixed-energy fleet. Nearly half of the surveyed fleet managers expect EVs to make up 50 per cent or more of their fleets by 2030.

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Auto Service World

OCTOBER 25, 2023

It would probably be accurate to describe changes happening and coming to the automotive aftermarket as “seismic” given the advances in vehicle technology and increased number of hybrid and electric vehicles.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Fuel retailers view electric vehicle charging as a critical part of their future business, according to a new survey. The survey found that operators are feeling pressure to adjust to a rapidly changing mobility ecosystem, driven by both consumer demand for sustainable solutions and government regulations promoting electric vehicles.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Hanon Systems is investing more than $155 million into Ontario’s electric vehicle supply chain to build a new 284,200 square foot facility in Woodbridge. The new facility will manufacture e-compressors, an essential component for electric vehicles, creating 300 jobs and strengthening the province’s growing end-to-end EV supply chain.

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Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 4, 2024

Embarking on a career after auto mechanic training is exciting, especially for those with a passion for vehicles and a knack for problem-solving. Managing an automotive shop could be the perfect path for those aiming for leadership roles. This role requires technical expertise, leadership skills, and business acumen.

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Automotive Training Centre

DECEMBER 6, 2024

From Parts Counter to Management One of the most straightforward paths to career advancement is moving into management within the auto parts sector. After gaining experience in roles such as Parts Counter Person or Shipper Receiver, you can work toward becoming an Assistant Parts Manager and eventually a Parts Manager.

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Brake & Front End

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Electric Vehicle Radiator and Cooling Systems The radiator in an electric vehicle (EV) plays a crucial role in keeping the battery and other components cool, preventing overheating, and ensuring optimal performance. Neglecting these tasks can lead to costly breakdowns, reduced range, and safety hazards.

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Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Learn Accurate Damage Assessment in Auto Body Training One of the first things you’ll learn in ATC’s program is how to assess vehicle damage precisely. This skill is critical when working with customers and industry professionals, such as collision repair managers or insurance adjustors, who rely on your expertise to guide repair decisions.

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

While still high, prices for used vehicles trended downward over the last year. AutoTrader reported that January 2025 prices for used vehicles hit $36,899, down 5.7 Thats in comparison to new vehicle prices coming in at $65,317 that month, a drop of 2.9 Dealers are split on their primary sources of vehicles.

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Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

A driver manager is a professional who oversees the upkeep and repair of company or organizational vehicles, ensuring their safety and operational functionality. Their responsibilities include managing fleets of vehicles, recruiting drivers, and overseeing the tracking, scheduling, and maintenance of company trucks and cars.

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Automotive Training Centre

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Modern vehicles have complex computerized systems, and pinpointing issues often requires more than a traditional visual inspection. More sophisticated diagnostic platforms integrate directly with vehicle manufacturer databases, offering real-time updates and repair guidelines.

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Automotive Training Centre

DECEMBER 18, 2024

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. This ability to adapt ensures they can meet customer needs and stay ahead of competitors.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Their days are punctuated by the demanding rhythm of coordinating trip schedules, meticulously managing routes, and juggling a barrage of calls from operators, vendors, and supervisors. This blog post highlights the importance of stress management for budding dispatchers. Dispatchers rarely enjoy a moment’s reprieve.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 16, 2024

If you’re exploring career options after completing your auto parts training at ATC Surrey, becoming a parts manager might be the perfect path. This role is essential in the automotive industry, ensuring that service departments and repair shops have the necessary parts to keep vehicles running smoothly.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Electric Vehicle Radiator and Cooling Systems The radiator in an electric vehicle (EV) plays a crucial role in keeping the battery and other components cool, preventing overheating, and ensuring optimal performance. Neglecting these tasks can lead to costly breakdowns, reduced range, and safety hazards.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

During the Three Dragons session at this year’s MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Conference in Detroit, Greg Melich, senior managing director at Evercore ISI, provided the Wall Street perspective of trends taking place in the auto care sector. As for a tail risk, he pointed to electric vehicles. So customer makeup could be different.

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Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 21, 2025

As governments and companies prioritize reducing their carbon footprint, dispatch professionals must adapt to manage eco-friendly fleets and support green initiatives. This might involve coordinating electric or hybrid vehicles, optimizing delivery routes to minimize emissions, or implementing sustainability-focused policies.

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Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Diverse Career Opportunities After Auto Mechanic School The automotive industry isn’t limited to just being a mechanic; it spans many specializations, including service advising, collision repair, parts management, and vehicle inspection. Every day is different, as each vehicle and customer presents a new challenge.

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Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In that case, this blog post highlights five of the most common career challenges that service advisors face, plus expert tips on managing them. With solid communication skills, this task can be manageable. This can lead to clarity, delays, and customer satisfaction. Do you want to explore our in-depth service advisor courses ?

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

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. Image this scenario: You’ve performed an inspection on a vehicle. Instead, Beech recommends booking vehicles for the full day rather than rushing through services.

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Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 29, 2024

The demand for skilled hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics is increasing as the automotive industry continues its steady but assured shift toward electrification. These technicians ensure electric vehicles (EVs) deliver long-lasting and optimal performance. Another important tip is to be updated with EV software updates constantly.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Vehicles contribute about half of the NOx that is emitted, according to the EPA. When this happens, the engine management system will work to create a situation where it can perform an active regeneration cycle. This allows the engine management system to go to work without interruption to manage cleaning out the DPF.

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Automotive Training Centre

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This eliminates the need for storage space, reduces upfront costs, and makes it easier to manage your business from virtually anywhere. Dropshipping can involve selling everything from aftermarket accessories to essential replacement vehicle parts in auto parts.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Monitoring and Maintaining EV Battery Performance Many EVs provide a built-in battery health monitoring system, controlled via the Battery Management System (BMS). Ensuring the proper function of thermal management systems, including cooling and heating components, is essential for maintaining EV battery performance.

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Brake & Front End

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Monitoring and Maintaining EV Battery Performance Many EVs provide a built-in battery health monitoring system, controlled via the Battery Management System (BMS). Ensuring the proper function of thermal management systems, including cooling and heating components, is essential for maintaining EV battery performance.

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Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 7, 2025

Dispatchers play a critical role in transportation and logistics operations, coordinating schedules, managing communication, and solving problems to keep the wheels of the industry turning. Exceptional Organizational Abilities Coordinating schedules, managing routes, and handling unforeseen changes require top-notch organizational skills.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 7, 2025

The vulnerabilities of connected vehicles and the steps drivers and manufacturers can take to mitigate the risks. Types of automotive cybersecurity risks Todays smart vehicles increasingly rely on software, connectivity, and complex computer systems, opening them up to a range of cybersecurity threats.

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Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 1, 2025

Regenerative braking systems , designed to convert kinetic energy into stored electrical energy to improve efficiency and extend range, are a vital feature of modern hybrid and electric vehicles. Understanding the nuances of regenerative braking systems is essential for aspiring hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

It’s been a strong run of year-over-year increases in the new vehicle sales market but one industry observer is concerned about how much longer the pace can continue as indicators point to an uncertain future. Andrew King, DesRosiers’ managing partner, noted that sustaining significant percentage gains will be challenging.

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

As the demand for hybrid and electric vehicle mechanics grows in today’s greener automotive world, students and aspiring mechanics must sharpen their skills and adapt their toolkits. With more hybrid and electric vehicles on the road, new challenges and opportunities arise, requiring specialized knowledge and capabilities.

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