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Considering Automotive School? How Hybrid Engines Differ

Automotive Training Centre

But what makes hybrid engines different from their traditional counterparts? What Is a Hybrid Engine? Hybrid engines combine the benefits of internal combustion engines (ICE) and electric motors. There are two main types of hybrid engines: Full Hybrid: These can run solely on electricity, gasoline, or a combination.

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Understanding Overheating in Modern Engines: Beyond the Basics

Automotive Training Centre

Engine overheating has always been a concern for drivers, but with modern vehicles, the causes and consequences are more complex than ever. Advanced auto mechanic engine technology, tighter design tolerances, and integrated cooling systems mean that diagnosing overheating isn’t as straightforward as it once was.

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Engine Builder Shop Solutions – June 2025

Tomorrow's Technician

Engine Builder and Engine Pro present Shop Solutions in each issue of Engine Builder Magazine and at enginebuildermag.com to provide machine shop owners and engine builders the opportunity to share their knowledge to benefit the entire industry and their own shops. of what I want to mask.

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The Evolution of Engine Diagnostics Tools: A Guide for Auto Mechanic School Students

Automotive Training Centre

Engine diagnostics have come a long way from the days of manual testing and mechanical guesswork. The Early Days: Manual Diagnostics In the early years of automotive repair, diagnosing engine problems was mostly a process of elimination. It also helps you prepare for the future of the automotive industry.

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What Do Different Colors of Diesel Exhaust Mean?

Tomorrow's Technician

While the idea of “rolling coal” is more a thing of the past, different smoke colors can directly correlate to problems your engine may be experiencing and you might want to look into fixing or addressing. We caught up with some experts to help us identify what those different smoke colors might mean for your diesel engine.

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How We’re Preparing Auto Mechanic Student Rajeev for His Dream Job

Automotive Training Centre

His love for engines is what fuels his enthusiasm for this career path. Just engines, basically. Hands-On Experience That Stands Out When asked about his favourite part of the program, Rajeev lit up as he described working with engines. And the satisfaction of rebuilding an engine for the first time? Extremely satisfying.

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Beyond the Engine: What Automotive Training Graduates Should Know About Vehicle Subframes

CATI

When most people think about auto repairs, they picture engines, brakes, or maybe transmissions. A subframe is a structural frame that supports specific parts of a car, most commonly the engine, transmission, and suspension. At CATI, automotive training goes beyond engines and transmissions. Safety always comes first.