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An automotive training graduate on a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle in a CATI shop

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cars 101: What Future Technicians Need to Know

If you’re enrolled in automotive training, you’re likely already learning about electric vehicles (EVs). But hydrogen fuel cell cars are another fast-emerging technology that technicians n

7 August 2025

A modern auto mechanic using computer diagnostics on a vehicle in a high-tech garage

The Evolution of the Auto Mechanic Career

Since the first automobiles hit the road over a century ago, auto mechanic careers, and the auto mechanic schools that support them, have evolved dramatically. What started as a trade for tinkerers is

31 July 2025

An auto mechanic student learning diagnostic skills in a training lab

Automotive Technician Shortage: Opportunity for New Grads

Across Canada, automotive repair shops, dealerships, and service centers are all facing the same challenge: they can’t find enough qualified technicians. As older professionals retire and fewer youn

24 July 2025

Car Maintenance Myths That Auto Students Should Stop Believing

In today’s auto training environment, students must separate fact from fiction. This blog post looks at four of the most common car maintenance myths and explains what makes them outdated and even h

17 July 2025

An automotive student examining a diesel engine in class

Diesel vs. Gasoline: Maintenance Differences Every Tech Should Know

Anyone pursuing automotive training will eventually encounter both diesel and gasoline-powered vehicles. While the two engine types share basic mechanical principles, their maintenance needs differ in

10 July 2025

An Auto mechanic using augmented reality glasses to inspect an engine

Augmented Reality in the Auto Shop: The Future of Repair

The auto shop is no longer just a place of grease, gears, and guesswork. It’s becoming a digital workspace. Augmented Reality (AR), once seen as a sci-fi concept, is now actively reshaping the f

3 July 2025

A student using diagnostic tools in automotive training

When Software Updates Fix Mechanical Problems: Automotive Training in the Digital Age

The days of fixing a vehicle solely with a wrench and a keen ear are long gone. Today’s vehicles are digital marvels, loaded with sensors, modules, and onboard computers. As a result, automotive tra

26 June 2025

A student in an automotive training class examining an engine mount

Powertrain Mount Failures: A Common but Overlooked Automotive Training Diagnostic Clue

When it comes to diagnosing mysterious clunks, vibrations, or excessive engine movement, many automotive training graduates are quick to check wheel bearings, suspension components, or driveshafts. Bu

19 June 2025

An automotive student performing module reprogramming

Why Module Reprogramming Is Becoming a Must-Know for Automotive Training Grads

Today’s vehicles are more than just machines; they’re advanced computers on wheels. From engine performance to safety features, nearly every modern vehicle function is controlled by software-drive

12 June 2025