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From the Magazine: The trouble of doing everything yourself

Auto Service World

What the shop owner who wears multiple hats needs to remember Running an auto repair shop is a complex and demanding task. Hiring specialists or investing in training for your staff can ensure that your shop remains at the forefront of industry developments. It’s also important to take care of your well-being.

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2024 Auto Repair Shop Must Haves

Solera

Successful auto repair shops focus on various aspects to stay competitive and meet the evolving customer needs. Embrace Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Repairs Invest in the necessary electric and hybrid vehicles training, equipment, and expertise to service these vehicles.

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In Hybrid And Electrical Mechanic Training? Here’s What To Know About Volta’s Quebec Plant

Automotive Training Centre

The burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) market is witnessing a remarkable new entrant within Quebec’s industry landscape, showcasing a broader strategic alignment between global technological advancements and local industrial revitalization. million electric vehicle batteries. million electric vehicle batteries.

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3 Ways the Internet of Things Will Transform Auto Repair

Automotive Training Centre

The Auto Mechanic Training program at ATC prioritizes the development of diagnostic skills, covering areas such as Electrical Fundamentals, Service Emissions and Computer Control Systems, and more. Students learn how to navigate complex systems, analyze data from diagnostic tools, and repair modern vehicles with precision.

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Isn’t It Time We Rethink What a Master Level Technician Is?

AutoShopOwner

By Joe Marconi, an Elite Worldwide Blog - My roots in the automotive industry go back to the 1970s working in a small 2-bay auto repair shop. That meant that I was expected to repair or service nearly anything that rolled into my work bay. Isn’t It Time We Rethink What a Master Level Technician Is? That was back then.

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Is the General Auto Repair Shop Model Still Sustainable?

AutoShopOwner

Today's techs who work in general repair shops have to bounce from Toyota, to Honda, to Nissan to GM to BMW, to Hybrids, and on and on. Techs also need a working knowledge in, electrical, on board computer and driveability issues a wide variety of car makes and models. And then switch gears to a Ford pickup diesel.

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Electric Power Steering Repair Costs: What You Need to Know

RepairSmith

Your electric power steering (EPS) might be failing. Ignoring it will not only make your car rides unsteady but also lead to costly repairs down the line. But how much does it cost to fix electric power steering? This Article Contains: How Much Does It Cost to Fix Electric Power Steering? Lets find out more.