Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 29, 2025

automotive shop owners, is seeking to recognize and celebrate the vital role of mentorship in the automotive service industry. Pete McNeil, shop owner, and Sorensen developed an award-winning apprenticeship program that was already approved by the Department of Labor and the state of Utah before NAPA even learned about it.

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Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 5, 2024

To start, prospective apprentices should research and understand the different specializations within the field, such as automotive service technicians, auto body repair technicians, and automotive service advisors. Securing an apprenticeship is a pivotal step in gaining this experience.

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Brake & Front End

MAY 13, 2025

In partnership with NAPA, ShopOwner, the Babcox Media brand serving professional independent automotive shop owners, is seeking to recognize and celebrate the vital role of mentorship in the automotive service industry. Meet our April candidates! Since then, we have sponsored seven apprentice candidates.

Apprenticeship 130

Apprenticeship ASE ASE Certification Automotive 130

Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

A four-year apprenticeship under John Wanger gave Wimmer the foundation to open his shop, Wimmer Automotive, in 2013. The business provided invaluable experience but also revealed a critical need in his communitya shortage of skilled and knowledgeable automotive technicians. I want to support them.

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