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

Automotive Training Centre

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. I spent a lot of time being an automotive service technician as well as an apprentice when I first started, he explained.

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More techs rely on advanced tools to improve efficiency

Auto Service World

Released at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) tradeshow in Las Vegas, the survey highlights technicians growing reliance on digital tools, their openness to innovative solutions and the potential of technology to address industry challenges like labour shortages.

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Auto Parts Training: 4 Inventory Management Trends to Watch in 2025

CATI

Automotive Parts Specialists will increasingly rely on these technologies to anticipate the needs of service technicians and ensure the right parts are available at the right time. This trend is essential for ensuring that parts are available when needed, reducing delays in service and repairs.

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Want to Become a Mechanic? Start Practicing on Your Car!

Automotive Training Centre

With our comprehensive curriculum, cutting-edge training technology, and expert career services, we equip graduates with the necessary skills, support, and confidence to land on their feet and immediately find their place in the automotive industry.

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The Basics of EV Safety

Tomorrow's Technician

EV technology is a safe technology, but it requires a different level of understanding by service technicians and emergency responders in the event of an accident. Certified EV service technicians are trained in the proper high-voltage personal protective equipment and procedures to remain safe on the job.

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High-Mileage Heroes: Maintaining Cars with 100k+ on the Odometer

Automotive Training Centre

This makes high-mileage maintenance one of the most important (and often overlooked) services technicians provide. With smart, consistent care, a well-built car can remain safe, reliable, and efficient far beyond the 100,000 km mark.

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

Automotive Training Centre

Formal auto mechanic training offers a faster, structured approach to mastering essential skills Certification and Licensing Requirements in Canada To work as an automotive service technician in Canada, most provinces require certification.