Seven Students Receive Scholarships Through Memorial, Donation Awards
Thanks to generous memorial and donor awards to the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) and University of the Aftermarket scholarship funds, seven students received scholarships to pursue education and future careers in the automotive aftermarket. “Once again this year, our scholarship applicants were outstanding and showed enthusiasm and passion for the aftermarket career path they
2014 Is Record-Setting Year For Industry-Sponsored Scholarships
The Class of 2014 set a new record in the scholarships awarded through the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) scholarships, University of the Aftermarket (UAF) scholarships and collaborating organizations at the automotivescholarships.com website: 295 awards for a total of $320,050. The previous record set in 2013 was 250 awards for $264,050. This year’s recipients include 241 U.S. students and seven Canadian students.
Online Applications Accepted Now for 2015 GAAS Scholarships
Deadline for 2015 GAAS Scholarship Applications Is March 31, 2015 Applications are now being accepted online for the 2015 Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) scholarships, University of the Aftermarket (UAF) Scholarships, and awards from collaborating organizations. Applications are submitted online at the Scholarship website, www.AutomotiveScholarships.com. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, March 31, 2015. The
NACAT Conference Recap
Rob Thompson, president of the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT), provided an overview of the organization’s annual meeting held recently at Greenville Technical College in Greenville, SC. • Approximately 250 attendees and presenters were present at this year’s event. • 144 sessions covering topics from new product information to ways to improve teaching and
Automotive Parts & Services Association Announces Morris/Rupp and Gayle McCartney Trust Scholarship Winners
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The Automotive Parts & Services Association (APSA) of Austin, Texas, is pleased to announce the recipients of the Morris/Rupp and Gayle McCartney Trust scholarships for the 2014-2015 academic year. The recipients of the Morris/Rupp Trust scholarships are: Calvin Dell, Pittsburg, Kan. – $1,500 Abdallah Ibrahim, Wiggins, Colo. – $1,500 Evan
FAQs on Engine Programming: Tips for Tuners
What are they? How do they work in conjunction with the engine? Do they really improve performance and gas mileage? Sounds easy, doesn’t it? Just drop in a magic “chip” and your car or truck suddenly takes on NASCAR-like qualities ─ able to accelerate quicker or even achieve better gas mileage. Too good to be
AAIA Creates Young Auto Care Network Group
The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) announces the creation of the new Young Auto Care Network Group(YANG), comprised of future executive-level staffers of the auto care industry seeking industry connections and collaboration. YANG’s first planned event, the Young Auto Care Network Group Education Workshop, will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 3 at the Westin Boston Waterfront
GAAS Scholarship Committee Reports Record Amount of Awards for 2013-14 School Year
The AutomotiveScholarship.com site provides “one-stop shopping” for students seeking post high school educations to prepare for a career in the automotive aftermarket, whether at two-year community colleges, ASE/NATEF certified vocational/technical schools, or four-year colleges or universities.
Online Applications Accepted Now For 2014 GAAS and Other Organization Scholarships
The deadline to apply is Monday, March 31, 2014.
VW’s Passat TDI Clean Diesel Sets MPG World Record
Volkswagen of America beats the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS® achievement for the lowest fuel consumption—48 U.S. states