Delmar Announces Newly Updated Automotive and Trucking Exam Preparation Manuals
Delmar, part of Cengage Learning and a leading provider of learning solutions for ongoing career development and education, recently announced the release of updated Automotive (A-Series) and Trucking (T-Series) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Exam Preparation Manuals.
New AAPEX Education Sessions Geared for Parts Stores, Repair Shops
Among the 30 education sessions scheduled for the Learning Forum at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX), nine have been specifically designed for parts store and repair shop attendees, including two technical training programs for technicians and shop owners, offered by the Car Care Professionals Network (CCPN) and AWDA Manufacturers Advisory Council.
Frank Adkins Named 2011 Educator of the Year
Frank Adkins of Greenwood, DE, was named the 2011 Educator of the Year during the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT) Conference held recently at Red River College in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
What is the Next Step to Grow Business for Those in Auto Repair Industry? New Trend of NARPRO Could Be the Answer
Many auto repair shop owners wonder what they can do next to grow their business. Some are fine with one or two shops, while others have been at it for a while and want to find a steady, recurring income, but stay in the industry they’ve known all their life. Other people who have worked in alliance with auto repair facilities, products, sales may be wondering what they could do to stay in their field, but do something “more.”
Business Briefcase: ‘Socializing’ at the Shop
For those repair businesses that would like to start using social media for research, selling, education and reputation management, there are a number of things they can do to become social media literate that’s covered in this article.
Mitchell 1 Names 2010 Educator of the Year and Automotive Technology Outstanding Student
Tom Varrone of Phoenix, AZ, was named the 2010 Educator of the Year during the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT) Conference held recently at Seminole State College of Florida in Sanford, FL. Each year, Mitchell 1 recognizes one of the nation’s top teachers for excellence in automotive repair instruction. Varrone was presented with
Snap-on Industrial Takes Lead Role in New Public/Private Training Partnership Initiative at North Dakota State College of Science
Public/private training partnership is alive and well, and working hard in North Dakota. The state’s Governor, John Hoeven, recently presented a $265,000 Workforce Enhancement Grant to the North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) in Wahpeton to support the school’s industry partnership to train new and existing workers in the automotive repair and maintenance sector.
2010 Corvette Atlanta Annual Show to be Held Saturday, April 10
The 2010 Corvette Atlanta Annual Show will feature Corvettes ranging from the early 1950s to the newest 2010 models. There will be race-prepared Corvettes, custom Corvettes and daily drivers.
Directions: Giving Some ‘Extra Credit’ to Deserving Schools
Now entering its third year, Tomorrow’s Technician magazine, along with co-sponsors Chicago Pneumatic and WIX Filters, have joined forces to recognize the top schools in the nation.
Mitchell 1 Names 2009 Automotive Technology Outstanding Student
Mark Kennedy was presented with a check for $2,500 courtesy of Mitchell 1.