Passing of the Torch – Part I
Oxyacetylene Torches Can be a Versatile Tool for the Class and Shop
ASE/AYES/SkillsUSA Announce Partnership
ASE, AYES and Skills USA to provide co-branded end of program exams for students in secondary and post-secondary automotive technology programs
Advice for Instructors: Reaching Out to the Future Technicians
Having an effective Advisory Committee for your school isn’t just a good idea. It could mean the difference between growing or going away.
PPG Supports SkillsUSA With $10,000 Donation
The PPG donation was earmarked to support the 2008 National SkillsUSA Championships held in Kansas City, MO, June 25 – 26.
I-CAR Education Foundation Awards More than $70,000 in School Grants
The curriculum grants will go to 23 schools providing I-CAR Live Curriculum and Training
ALLDATA Celebrates 70,000 Customers
Presentations addressed ALLDATA’s commitment to providing high-quality OEM repair information and business solutions for automotive service professionals
Real World: Rich Evans – Driven To Succeed
Show-stopping design work has made Rich Evans into a bit of a celebrity
Service Advisor: Things Are Heating Up!
A fairly recent entrant into the tool side of the collision repair industry is the heat inductor. Well, it’s nothing new really. Heat inductors have been around in various industries for about 100 years and are commonly used in the manufacturing process for things like case hardening of gears and shafts. They’re also used in cook tops on stoves to allow a quicker, more even heat. But heat inductors are relatively new to the collision repair industry.
Glossary of aftermarket terms
Abrasives: Substances used to wear away a surface by friction. Accessories: Comfort, convenience and safety products not essential to the performance of a vehicle, such as audio, security products, floor mats and seat covers. Additives: Chemicals that are added to the engine, cooling system, air conditioning system or transmission to maintain or enhance performance. Appearance
The Real World – California Students Tops in Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills
Father-Son Team Wins Competition for the First Time