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In Conversation With Automotive Technician Student Zoey Benoit: Why Experienced Instructors Matter

Automotive Training Centre

For many students, the path to becoming an automotive technician is driven by a fascination with cars and a desire for hands-on work. While her route into the automotive world wasn’t direct, it was transformative, leading her to the Automotive Training Centre (ATC) in Cambridge. I want to be an automotive technician.”

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The Value of Experience: In Discussion With Our Instructor, Mark Raczkowski

Automotive Training Centre

Marks story is one of dedication, decades of hands-on expertise, and a passion for sharing knowledge with aspiring automotive technicians. From Technician to Instructor Marks career in the automotive industry spans over 35 years. I am a licensed automotive service technician here in Ontario, he shared.

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Technician vs. Mechanic: The Difference for Automotive Students

Automotive Training Centre

Have you ever wondered whether you would prefer to be addressed as an automotive technician or an auto mechanic after your training? The terms ‘mechanic’ and ‘technician’ are often used interchangeably in automotive care and repair. You certainly wouldn’t be alone.

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Premium Guard, NAPA Sponsor Classroom for Automotive Students

Tomorrow's Technician

The collaboration supports students pursuing automotive technician careers. “Given our market is changing rapidly with advancements in technology, this collaboration with NAPA to support UTI students allows us to create robust experiences that educate and prepare future professionals.”

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NAPA and SkillsUSA Team Up to Tackle Technician Shortage

Tomorrow's Technician

They recognized four standout Georgia students launching careers in the automotive technician trade. This event represents one of many steps NAPA is taking to address the national technician shortage. Palomo Rios and Cliatt each received a $2,500 scholarship to help fund their education in automotive technology.

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Motorcar Parts of America Launches ‘Part Smart Academy’

Tomorrow's Technician

Motorcar Parts of America (MPA) has launched Part Smart Academy , a free online training platform aimed at supporting automotive technicians, counter professionals and shop staff with product knowledge and diagnostic skills.

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Top Techs Announced In Televised Festivities

Tomorrow's Technician

In this episode of Talking Shop with ShopOwner, host Doug Kaufman, editor of ShopOwner Magazine, chats with Andy Buehler, automotive technology instructor and 2024 champion of the US AutoTech National Championship Driven by Yokohama , and Kim Arnold from Intersports ServiceTitan Elite Trades Championship Series about the program.