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In Automotive School? 5 Things You’ll Love About the 2026 Mazda CX-5

Automotive Training Centre

If youre considering hybrid mechanic training at the ATC Surrey, heres what you should know about this highly anticipated SUV and how it connects to your future career. The Introduction of a New Hybrid System For the first time, Mazda is bringing hybrid technology to the CX-5, utilizing a system developed in collaboration with Toyota.

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A Day in the Life of an Engine Technician After Auto Mechanic School

Automotive Training Centre

For many aspiring engine technicians, transitioning from auto mechanic school to the real world of automotive repair and maintenance is a significant step. This could range from routine maintenance like oil changes and tune-ups to more complex issues such as engine rebuilds or diagnosing electronic control systems.

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Active Ride Control Diagnostics

Brake & Front End

Active Dampeners On old, electronically adjustable systems, there was typically a small stepper motor on top or on the side of the shock or strut that changed the size of the orifices in the piston or at the base. MagnaRide has no mechanical valves or small moving parts that can wear out (but the seals can go bad).

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The liability of smart cars and understanding the risks

Auto Service World

These risks can be categorized as follows: Vehicle control systems: Hackers can potentially exploit vulnerabilities in a car’s electronic control units (ECUs), allowing them to gain control of critical functions like steering, braking, and acceleration, possibly leading to accidents and injuries.

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Skill Set: Electrical Circuit Diagnostics

Tomorrow's Technician

Electronics are the same way. When electrical systems were nothing more than lights and electro-mechanical devices, you could practically diagnose everything with a test light. But with modern electronic systems, a test light is almost meaningless. If a measured clearance isn’t within spec, something isn’t right.

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A Day in the Life of a Parts Driver After Automotive Training

Automotive Training Centre

But behind the scenes, parts drivers ensure mechanics have the parts they need. Troubleshooting Orders : Mechanics might call you with questions about specific parts or their compatibility with certain vehicles. You may have to suggest alternative parts or troubleshoot potential issues from the mechanic’s description.

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The Key Differences Between 4WD and AWD Systems

Tomorrow's Technician

Technology was the eventual downfall of rudimentary 4WD systems as we know them, but the drive to utilize this technology came from the safety benefits of AWD. Traditional differentials, even limited slip, were mechanical devices. There was no external control of how they operated.