Automotive Training Centre

MAY 21, 2025

From navigation systems and vehicle tracking to real-time diagnostics, telematics is transforming how cars are built, maintained, and repaired. Telematics refers to the integration of telecommunications and informatics in vehicles. It allows for the collection, transmission, and analysis of data from a vehicle in real time.

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Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 17, 2025

Modern vehicles aren’t just machines; they’re data hubs on wheels. With the rise of sophisticated vehicle data recorders (VDRs), today’s auto mechanics need more than just a wrench and a good ear; they need a firm grasp of technology. What Is a Vehicle Data Recorder? A vehicle data recorder is like the black box of a car.

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Business Actualization

MARCH 27, 2025

Todays vehicle owners are navigating a winding, multi-stop route before they choose a new auto repair shop. The days of a simple, straight-line path to purchase are over.

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AutoShopOwner

APRIL 2, 2025

Its no secret that time is limited as an auto repair shop owner. At Three Rivers Bookkeeping, we know the needs of your auto repair business from the inside out. Heres a framework to follow to keep your records organized in your auto repair shop. Separate Business and Personal Finances: This is crucial.

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Shop Marketing Pros

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

What Does Concierge Auto Repair Mean? At its heart, concierge auto repair is about making your clients feel taken care of at every step. You handle the details so they can focus on their lives, knowing their vehicle is in expert hands. What Does Concierge Auto Repair Mean? Ready to Make the Shift?

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Shop Marketing Pros

APRIL 22, 2025

Just mentioning the word in an auto repair shop owners group is enough to start a heated debate. Why Auto Repair Shops Use Couponsand Where They Go Wrong Coupons can absolutely bring people into your shop. 10% Off Factory-Recommended Maintenance Helps attract customers with European or luxury vehicles.

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AutoInc.

MARCH 24, 2025

Some in Congress like to invoke independent auto repair shops to appear on the side of the little guy. They now have an opportunity to support legislation that addresses their data concerns as well as important safety issues for independent repair shops and consumers alike. The SAFE Repair Act strengthens consumer choice.

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Shop Marketing Pros

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Why Video Is a Must for Auto Repair Shop Marketing Traditional marketing—flyers, ads, and even social media posts—can only take you so far. More importantly, video lets them see why they should trust you with their vehicle. That trust is the cornerstone of every successful auto repair shop.

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Business Actualization

AUGUST 5, 2024

Transparency is a cornerstone of trust in any relationship, particularly in the auto repair industry, where customers often feel vulnerable due to a lack of technical knowledge. Digital Vehicle Inspections One of the most effective ways auto repair shops can demonstrate transparency is through digital vehicle inspections.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

What the shop owner who wears multiple hats needs to remember Running an auto repair shop is a complex and demanding task. Consider the increasing prevalence of electric and hybrid vehicles. Leveraging technology In today’s digital age, technology can be a powerful ally for auto repair shops.

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Shop Marketing Pros

OCTOBER 30, 2024

EPISODE: 124 – BNI and Auto Repair Go Hand in Hand with Steve Hand Curious about how BNI can transform your auto repair shop’s success? Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast. Ready to elevate your shop’s networking game and drive more customers through your doors?

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Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

If you’re considering enrolling in our auto mechanic school, understanding the latest industry trends will give you an edge in your training and career. Here are seven trends shaping the auto mechanic industry in 2025. The Rise of Electric Vehicles (EVs) Electric vehicles continue to dominate the automotive conversation.

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Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 26, 2024

Today, we’ll explore how high-tech cars are changing the auto repair industry and offer guidance on how aspiring mechanics like you can prepare for this shift. The Rise of High-Tech Cars Gone are the days when a car’s mechanical components were the primary focus of an auto mechanic’s work.

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Auto Service World

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The do-it-for-me (DIFM) auto repair market is on the verge of significant transformation, with Gen Z poised to play a larger role beginning in 2026. In this report, the group also highlighted striking generational differences in how consumers engage with auto repair services.

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Shop Marketing Pros

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

From leveraging Spring Car Care Month to hosting car care clinics, youll uncover creative ways to educate customers, build trust, and grow your auto repair shop. Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast. Dont miss this chance to fill your bays and grow your Shop! Build client loyalty.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

According to the research from Nationwide Vehicle Contracts, one in three women would never consider a career in the male-dominated field, in contrast to 80 per cent of men who would. The study sheds a light on persistent challenges in the auto sector, particularly concerning how women perceive their experiences in car garages.

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CATI

MAY 29, 2025

Hydraulic systems are behind some of the most essential functions in automotive repair, whether lifting a vehicle in the shop or bringing a car to a stop on the highway. Youll finish the program ready to handle jobs in general repair shops, specialty brake service, dealership service departments, and beyond.

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AutoVitals

MAY 28, 2025

As vehicle technology evolves and consumer expectations shift, shop owners need a clear view of whats next and the confidence to meet it head-on. Lets explore the top auto repair trends shaping 2025 and what they mean for forward-thinking top shops.

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Auto Service World

APRIL 3, 2025

As vehicle care costs rise, drivers are prioritizing financial preparedness. According to the Gauge Index from Hankook Tire, a quarter of respondents plan and save each year for routine car maintenance and unexpected repairs. Younger drivers are leading the charge when it comes to planning for vehicle maintenance.

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Shop Marketing Pros

APRIL 2, 2025

EPISODE: 146 You’re Not Spending Enough Money On Marketing with Parker Branch Brian and Parker dive into how strategic marketing investment can drive real growth for auto repair shops. RepairPal will introduce your shop to new customers through repairpal.com, the largest site for auto repair.

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Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 18, 2025

With an aging workforce, increasing vehicle complexity, and many retirements, the demand for qualified mechanics has never been higher. Whether youre interested in traditional auto repair, hybrid and electric vehicle servicing, or specialized diagnostic work, theres a place for you in this thriving industry.

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Auto Service World

JULY 19, 2024

Vehicles are getting older but the pace it’s happening is expected to slow down soon enough. Electric vehicle sedans could also follow the same path. Those are some of the trends taking place in … The post Vehicle trends taking place now appeared first on Auto Service World. Sedans are fading into the sunset.

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Auto Service World

AUGUST 22, 2024

Mitchell’s quarterly report highlights the rising costs and repair challenges for electric and hybrid vehicles in Canada, with claims data showing significant differences compared to gasoline-powered vehicles.

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Auto Service World

AUGUST 9, 2024

After a lackluster performance in June, July light vehicle sales in Canada bounced back. The gain was anticipated given the weak performance in July 2023 and … The post July vehicle sales show promising recovery appeared first on Auto Service World. Sales were up 11 per cent compared to 2023 levels during the same month.

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Vehicle kilometres travelled by Canadians have fallen back to Earth and substantially subsided, according to new data from AIA Canada. The Vehicle travel trends in Canada: Q1 2020 to Q4 2023 report shows that Canadians eagerly got behind the wheel … The post Canadians tap brakes on vehicle usage appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Auto Service World

JUNE 25, 2025

Starting next year, the number of vehicles in the auto repair-age sweet-spot—cars and light trucks six to ten years old—will shrink significantly for a prolonged period, reported an industry analysis. The consequences of plunging new vehicle sales during 2020 are working through the vehicle population.

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Power reveals a noticeable decline in vehicle dependability three years post-purchase, marking a concerning trend for vehicle owners across the U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study highlighted an increase in the number of problems … The post When vehicle owners say dependability declines appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Image credit: Depositphotos.com The design of vehicles, including their size, shape, and technological features, profoundly affects the safety of pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users, according to Jessica Cicchino, senior vice president of research at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The prevalence of SUVs on U.S.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 26, 2024

While Canadians are seeing new vehicle transaction prices increase, Americans are seeing things trend in the other direction. new vehicle prices drop appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

A group has recently highlighted the top vehicles in each segment for the money they cost. And a new category has been added for the top plug-in hybrid vehicle. Honda and Kia each won four Best Car for the Money … The post The top vehicles for the money appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Automotive Training Centre

JUNE 12, 2025

As vehicles grow more complex, the sounds they make become even more important diagnostic tools. In today’s auto repair landscape, being able to interpret these sounds accurately is a defining skill for technicians and a core part of what students learn in auto mechanic training at ATC Cambridge.

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CATI

JUNE 5, 2025

When most people think about auto repairs, they picture engines, brakes, or maybe transmissions. But if you’re enrolled in a quality automotive training program, you’ll understand the unsung hero beneath every vehicle: the subframe. Vehicle subframes dont make headlines, but theyre foundational, literally.

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Auto Service World

MARCH 26, 2024

Canadian millennials are being driven away from car ownership due to high costs The post Inflation’s impact on vehicle ownership appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Canada’s automotive aftermarket is seeing a slight decline in 2024 with one group warning of long-term challenges ahead, especially as fewer new vehicles require gasoline as their sole source of power. This sustained spending suggests that Canadians continue to prioritize the upkeep of their vehicles despite economic headwinds.

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Auto Service World

MARCH 5, 2024

Once new internal combustion engine vehicles can’t be sold in Canada after 2035, these vehicles will still make up a significant portion of vehicles in operation. states have also said they’ll prohibit sales of ICE vehicles after 2035. … The post What’s the future of ICE vehicles? Several U.S.

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Auto Service World

JANUARY 11, 2024

Many new technologies are soon going to be heavily penetrating the new vehicle fleet and the aftermarket needs to be prepared to work with and accommodate them as they service vehicles equipped with the technology, urged an industry expert.

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Auto Service World

MAY 30, 2024

Global professional services firm GHD has been granted patents in Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom for its hydrogen fuel cell vehicle technology.

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