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Auto Parts Training: 4 Inventory Management Trends to Watch in 2025

CATI

Automotive Parts Specialists will increasingly rely on these technologies to anticipate the needs of service technicians and ensure the right parts are available at the right time. In our comprehensive, career-focused training, students gain hands-on experience with advanced inventory software.

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High-Tech Cars Are Changing the Auto Repair Industry, And Here’s How to Be Prepared When You Become a Mechanic

Automotive Training Centre

Today’s vehicles are equipped with advanced computer systems, sensors, and software that control various aspects of the vehicle’s performance and connectivity. Aspiring mechanics must become proficient in using diagnostic tools and software to interpret these codes accurately.

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Technician vs. Mechanic: The Difference for Automotive Students

Automotive Training Centre

The Role of Automotive Technicians On the other hand, auto technicians, also known as automotive service technicians, deal more with modern vehicles’ electronic and computerized aspects. Technicians are adept at using diagnostic tools and software to identify issues with a vehicle.

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5 Ordering Best Practices to Remember After Auto Parts Training

CATI

Use inventory management software to track stock levels, order histories, and sales patterns. With hands-on training in inventory software, you’ll be equipped to keep pace with advancements in hydrogen fuel cells and space-age materials found in today’s vehicles. Without clear records, it’s easy to overorder or miss important restocks.

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How to Overcome Common Shop Challenges with Auto Repair Shop Software

Bolt on Technology

But making things more efficient, retaining service technicians, turning new customers into repeat customers, and, of course, keeping costs down are just some of the day-to-day challenges every auto repair shop owner faces while running their business. That’s where auto repair shop software can help.

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Updating Your TPMS Tools Regularly Matters

Tomorrow's Technician

Courtesy of Tire Review by Yanick Leduc Picture this: Mark, an experienced tire service technician, is on the phone with a technical support representative from his TPMS supplier, inquiring why his new sensors don’t seem to work properly with the 2019 Silverado he’s servicing.

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Mechanic Tablets Boost Auto Repair Capacity and Revenue

Autoflow

By now, most shops use shop management software to optimize workflows and processes. Adding a technician tablet marks one more step in that journey. Pair Your Service Tablet with Autoflow Of course, tablets just provide the hardware. Adding the right software makes all the difference in how it operates.