Engine Series – Rebuilding GM’s Big-Cube Engines
Adapted from Doc Frohmaders article in Underhood Service
Badge of Honor
On a national basis, most shops have openings for technicians. The impact of this is interesting. In some cases, signing bonuses are being paid in an attempt to lure technicians away from their current employer. In others, compensation packages are being adjusted to attract and retain skilled professionals. Professional technicians are in high demand. Because
Badge of Honor- Spotlighting Excellence
One of the most typical comments I get from automotive technicians and others in the industry is that the general public just doesnt appreciate the value we provide. To a large degree, thats very true, but it probably has more to do with the general lack of understanding of modern vehicle technology by that same
The Real World – Motoring Into the Mid-Range Industrial Market
Adapted from Brendan Baker’s article in Engine Builder
Badge of Honor – Whats In It For Me?
One of the most frequent questions I encounter from technicians is, Whats in it for me (WIIFM)? Its an honest question and a fair one. Why go to the trouble of taking a test and getting ASE certified if you cant see the value in holding professional credentials in the first place. I could tell
Engine Series – The Straight Up on Sealing Heads
Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in Underhood Service
Undercover – Understanding Heavy-Duty Undercarriages
Adapted from Carol Birkland’s article in Fleet Equipment
CARS Management Seminars Designed to Lead Attendees to Greater Success
The Automotive Service Association’s (ASA) Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) is offering four management seminars selected with shop owners’ financial gain and future success in mind.
ETI Hosts Successful Detroit Tech Week, Welcomes New Board Members
More than 100 Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) members from more than 40 companies flocked to Detroit for this year’s Detroit Tech Week.
Living Under The Hood – Fixing Fuel System Foul-Ups
Adapted from Gary Gom’s article in Underhood Service