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Avoid quickly turning around customers

Auto Service World

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. The shop can communicate electronically with the customer at first by sending details about the inspection, including photos.

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Why Creativity Matters If You Want to Become a Mechanic

Automotive Training Centre

Creativity is encouraged through practical training that immerses students in real-world automotive repair scenarios. By working closely with experienced instructors, students learn to diagnose and repair various vehicles, makes, and models, fostering the ability to approach each job with a fresh perspective.

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Exploring Auto Careers: How Fast Can You Become a Mechanic?

Automotive Training Centre

ATC Torontos auto mechanic training covers essential skills such as diagnostics, repairs, and electronic systems. According to industry reports , many automotive repair shops struggle to find qualified technicians, meaning new graduates often secure jobs quickly.

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Understanding Torque: Why It Matters in Auto Repair

Automotive Training Centre

Torque is one of the most important and often misunderstood concepts in automotive repair. At ATC Cambridge, torque is more than just a number on a wrench, its a core part of every successful repair and system calibration. This hands-on repetition builds the confidence to handle torque-critical repairs independently.

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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. They might work on repairing electronic systems, updating software, and addressing problems diagnosed through computerized scans.

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Will Auto Mechanic Jobs Be In Demand in 2024? Find Out Here

Automotive Training Centre

This period of transformation raises a pivotal question for those pursuing or considering careers in automotive repair and maintenance: will auto mechanic jobs still be in demand? The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid models introduces new complexities and specialties in auto repair and maintenance.

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Opening an ADAS Calibration Business

Tomorrow's Technician

A given in the repair industry is that the world of vehicle electronics keeps changing. With change, new challenges reveal themselves in the automotive repair industry every day that reshape how we look at vehicles and repair them. New electronics are being added to vehicles with every new model year.