Are Today’s Graduates Prepared To Be Tomorrow’s Tech Pros?
With a potential shortage of nearly 650,000 technicians on the horizon, who will fill the openings?
John Gardner And Babcox Media Partner For Video Series
John Gardner produced a series of videos with Babcox Media to give a detailed look into what goes into complex car systems.
Nurturing The Next Generation Of Technicians
As shop owners, we wear a lot of hats. Unfortunately, it just so happens that talent development/trainer is not a role with which most of us are accustomed. We expect that vo-tech schools will bring us service-ready technicians. For now, we need to adjust this expectation as these schools transition to a new model.
Selling TPMS Service Starts With Education
As car dealerships continue their push for a greater slice of the aftermarket repair pie, the pressure grows for independent repair facilities to expand their offerings and expertise to attract clients. And while the evolution of technology in modern vehicles has presented a number of challenges to independent shops, TPMS service is one area of repair that shops can quickly capitalize on.
BRAKELIGHT: The Tale of Sam & Joe (December 1961)
Quality art never goes out of style. OK, so maybe you don’t remember “The Reluctant Student” from the December 1961 issue of Brake & Front End, but the message is as important now as it was then — maybe even more so. In the cartoon, we have Joe, who is content with his book of
President Obama to Tour Northern Virginia Community College’s Auto Repair Program
President Barack Obama will be touring Northern Virginia Community College’s automotive service program on Wednesday. He will be meeting with students that are part of the school’s “Drive 2 Employment program.” He will also tour the school’s classrooms and laboratories.
FREE Trade Show for Collision Vo-Tech Instructors and Students
Attention all vo-tech instructors and students! Want to attend a FREE trade show showcasing the latest tools, equipment and refinish products in the collision repair marketplace? Then you need to attend the 2011 BodyShop Business Conference & Trade Show May 5 at the Pheasant Run Resort in Chicago.