Ohio Technical College Automotive Program Earns NATEF, ASE Certification
Ohio Technical College has received certification for its automotive training program from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). To achieve ASE certification, OTC’s automotive training program was evaluated by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) to meet nationally accepted standards in instruction, facilities and equipment.
Tech Feature: Cooler ‘Heads’ Prevail – Pouring Over GM’s LT1 Engine and Reverse-Flow Technology
The LT1 engine was used in a variety of General Motors models, including 1992-’96 Corvette (Y-body), 1993-’97 Camaro and Firebird (F-body), and 1994-’96 Chevy Caprice and Impala (B-body), Buick Roadmaster and Cadillac Fleetwood (D-body).
Active Safety Technology: Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning & Collision Mitigation Braking
A vehicle that stops itself may sound like something out of a futuristic sci-fi movie, but the technology is here and now. From collision mitigation braking to adaptive cruise control, find out how many of today’s next generation active safety systems come into play.
Top 5 Tools: Richard Rawls, Rawls’ Auto Garage
Richard Rawls, owner/technician Rawls’ Auto Garage Houston, TX OTC Pegisys Scanner OTC Camshaft Tool Kits Redline Smoke Pro Machine Power Probe Circuit Tester Tracerline Leak Detection System
Management: 10 Ways To Recruit New Employees for Your Shop
With the goal of providing you with ideas on the best ways to recruit new employees for your shop, Babcox Research asked a sample of shop owner readers for their input on the topic.
Ohio Technical College Named Tomorrow’s Technician/Chicago Pneumatic School of the Year
Tomorrow’s Technician and Chicago Pneumatic announced recently that Ohio Technical College, located in Cleveland, OH, is the Tomorrow’s Technician/Chicago Pneumatic 2009 School of the Year. Selected from more than 170 applications nominating more than 80 schools, Ohio Technical College (OTC) won the second annual award based on their distinctive programs, specialized training opportunities, dedicated teachers and administrators and passionate students.
Tech Feature: Preventive Maintenance Should Include Checking the TPMS
Among several things, winter always drops unpleasant reminders of the many issues that can affect automobile and tire performance for the rest of the year. Tire pressure monitoring systems are just one of the more recent components whose operation can be adversely affected by winter’s wrath. As is common, these issues last well into spring and sometimes are 12-month-long concerns for drivers – and opportunities for tire dealers.
Tech Feature: Mazda Driveability Diagnostics and Check Engine Light Complaints
From a torn air intake hose to ignition system concerns, Bob Dowie tackles driveability issues as well as some of the more common ailments that will bring Mazda vehicles into your bays with a check engine lamp complaint.
Top 5 Tools: Dave Jones, Jones Automotive
Dave Jones, partner Jones Automotive Brave, PA Accuturn Two-Post Lift — After years of “I don’t trust anything that high,” I bought one. That was seven years ago. My productivity shot through the roof. During simple services (oil change, state inspections), I look at the entire underside of the vehicle, and sell tons of extra,
Top 5 Tools: Jesse Jimenez, Keith’s Automotive
Jesse Jimenez, L1 tech Keith’s Automotive Houston, TX Snap-on Diagnostic Scanner Matco 1/2” Impact Air Gun Brake Dial Caliper for Brake Rotors (Digital) OTC Fuel Injector Cleaner and Pressure Tester Snap-on Electronic A/C Leak Detector