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Service Intervals Are Changing: What ASTs Must Understand About OEM Flex Schedules

Automotive Training Centre

In today’s data-driven auto mechanic landscape, OEM flex schedules, intelligent systems that determine maintenance needs based on real-time operating conditions are changing the rules of routine service. This blog post explains why. This is where training from a quality auto mechanic school pays off. It’s essential.

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Job Outlook: What Students in Auto Mechanic School Can Expect

Automotive Training Centre

Mechanics now need to be adept in traditional mechanical repairs and understanding and repairing electronic systems and advanced technologies. For students in auto mechanic school, this presents unique challenges and opportunities. Read on for an overview of the job outlook for auto mechanics in Canada.

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Discover Autocate: The Platform Promoting Equality in the Auto Mechanic Industry

Automotive Training Centre

At the Automotive Training Centre (ATC), we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment that invites everyone into the fulfilling field of auto mechanics and recognizes women’s unique challenges in the industry. This blog emphasizes the importance of including women in our training programs.

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Is Automotive Detailing Still A Good Career Path To Pursue After Automotive School?

CATI

In some cases, a professional auto detailing service can leave a vehicle transformed and reduce a driver’s urgency to replace it, as there’s no need for major mechanical repairs. New and used vehicle prices continue to rise, leaving many Canadian drivers searching for other options.

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A Comprehensive Auto Body Shop Quality Control Checklist

Autoflow

Extensive area verification – Check all repaired auto body areas against a detailed checklist so no aspect gets overlooked. Functional and cosmetic verification – Find out now if the vehicle needs any suspension, electrical or mechanical repairs.

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The Collision Repair Process Explained

PA Auto Inspection

Apart from eliminating a certain amount of mystery surrounding this process, having knowledge about the collision repair job allows you to better understand the labor, time, and overall costs that go into the restoration of a damaged car. If required, suspension repairs including wheel alignment shall also be performed.

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Oil Filter Housing Leak? How to Fix It Yourself

1A Auto

Replacing an oil filter housing can cost up to $2,000 at a professional mechanic repair shop. Replacing an oil filter housing yourself as a DIY repair will likely cost around $400. Replacing an oil filter housing yourself as a DIY repair can last from around 3 to 4 hours.