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4 Things to Know Before Your First Day at an Auto Mechanic Apprenticeship
Picture it: you’ve finished your auto mechanic training program and are now ready to start your apprenticeship. Your first day is fast approaching, and your excitement may (understandably) be palpable, but there are definitely certain things worth remembering before heading…
Interested in an Automotive Career this Winter? Check out the Best Cars for Snow
Snow can create all kinds of problems for drivers, greatly hindering tire traction and reducing visibility on the roads. However, driving in it can be made easier if the vehicle is suited for the weather. Luckily, some cars are made…
Thinking About Becoming a Mechanic? These are the Safest Cars of 2020
Over the years cars have become safer than ever. New technology like automatic braking, blind spot monitoring, and pedestrian detection mean that drivers with newer cars are less prone to collision. Safety should be a priority for drivers when choosing…
A Look at the Most 'Eco-friendly' Cars of 2020 for Students at Automotive College
Fuel-efficiency has become a buzzword in the automotive industry over the last five to ten years. A car’s fuel-efficiency is important because a. it saves drivers money and b. helps reduce their carbon footprint. With that in mind, innovation in…
In Mechanic School? Here’s Why Driving on Bald Tires is Dangerous
As your car travels more and more miles,its tires will slowly but surely start to wear down. All road car tires have ‘treads’, which are the part of the tire that contacts the ground. New tires have a deeper tread,but…
Why Students in Auto Training Schools Are Talking About the Toyota GR Yaris
In January 2020, Toyota revealed one of its most exciting innovations to date, the Toyota GR Yaris. Developed by Toyota Gazoo Racing and Tommi Mäkinen Racing, the GR Yaris combines a powerful engine with a lightweight, aerodynamic structure, to make…
4-Cylinder VS. V6: A Look at the Differences for Students in Automotive Training
Whether you’re interested in an automotive career, are on the market for a new vehicle, or simply want to learn more about how cars operate, understanding the difference between a 4-cylinder and V6 engine is a foundational concept that all…
