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In Auto Mechanic Traning? Here are a Few Tips for Choosing Winter Tires

With the exception of Quebec and parts of British Columbia, there are no laws about whether or not you must install winter tires in Canada. However, many provinces have guidelines, recommendations, or

28 November 2019

A Profile of the Aspark Owl for Students in Automotive Training

The Osaka-based Japanese engineering company, Aspark, has recently shown its new hypercar, the Owl, at international car shows. What makes something a hypercar can change as technologies change, but t

21 November 2019

[Infographic] A Handy Guide to Modular Vehicle Platforms

Manufacturers are producing wider and wider varieties of vehicles, requiring multi-use underbodies that provide the main building block for diverse products. Manufacturers can use a common architectur

15 November 2019

What Students in Auto Mechanic Training Should Know About Mid-Engined Design

There is some disagreement about what classifies as a mid-engined car. Some say that in order to be considered mid-engine the engine must be between the driver and the rear axle. Others claim that any

14 November 2019

A Guide to Fixing Vacuum Leaks for Students in Automotive College

They’re not always easy to spot, but they need to be fixed regardless! A vacuum leak in a car’s engine can happen when the engine’s air-to-fuel ratio exceeds 14.7:1 (also known as a lean mixture

7 November 2019

If You Want to Become a Mechanic, Know These Signs of Transmission Issues

There is a high demand for professional mechanics in dealerships, large garages, as well as in small mechanic-owned businesses. People regularly visit mechanics looking for help fixing and maintaining

31 October 2019

In Mechanic School? Your Childhood Dreams Have Come True With the Bugatti Baby II

As part of its 110th birthday celebration, Bugatti created a tiny, child-sized car with fancy features and a classic look. While this may be a kiddie car, it’s a far cry from its foot-to-floor power

24 October 2019

Infographic: A Day in the Life of a Modern Truck Dispatcher

A lot of work goes on behind the scenes to ensure that store shelves are stocked and that businesses receive the materials and goods they need to keep running. All of this is made possible largely by

21 October 2019

Infographic: The Anatomy of a Monster Truck

Infographic: The Anatomy of a Monster Truck Have you ever watched a monster truck rally and wondered what goes into building such heavy-duty, crowd-pleasing machines? When learning about cars i

18 October 2019