technicians Archives - Brake & Front End
Adapting To Enduring Expectations 

Where we once provided business and technical information in a monthly print magazine, we now have daily newsletters and on-call websites to help spread the message of quality service.

Do You Want The Bad News Or Good?

There are many ways you can help play the long game, and TechForce has free resources to help inspire and promote the profession. 

Keep On Rockin’ Into The New Year

We are still accepting nominations at VehicleCareRockStars.com.

Being Happy Gets In The Way of Being Successful

Bryce Kenny says his greatest satisfaction comes from helping others to find the courage to chase their dreams. 

Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper Name 2023 Tech of the Year

Twelve US technicians competed for the 2023 Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper Technician of the Year title.

Skilled Techs Essential To Economy During Pandemic

UTI graduates play a significant role in America’s infrastructure and economic development, says the school.

You Are Essential In This Chaotic Environment

Shop owners, techs, service managers, parts and counter pros have made the DIFM (do it for me) segment what it is today.

Essential Techs At Work: Let Us See You Shine

Send us a photo of yourself, your team or another aftermarket professional who deserves our thanks right now.

BodyShop Business, WIN To Hold Event On Tech Shortage

We’re trying to help solve the tech shortage! Join us at BodyShop Business HQ where we’ll present results from our in-depth, nationwide study.

ASE Introduces Spanish/English Option For Tests

In 2020, only four certification and recertification tests will have the new bilingual feature.

Gonzo’s Toolbox: ‘Wanna Be’ Technicians

There’s one situation every professional automotive technician has had to deal with from time to time, and it involves the home-grown garage guy who just so happens to own a couple of ratchets, a repair manual and a broken-down car. In a recent case, the car in question wouldn’t start, and a neighborhood mechanic did his best to read and understand what was on the diagnostic pages of the manual, but he couldn’t make any sense of the wiring diagram for the fuel pump circuit. His final verdict, “It’s not getting any voltage to the fuel pump.”

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