Chief University Releases 2012 Training Schedule
Chief University, the trusted training arm of Chief Automotive Technologies, announces its 2012 schedule of hands-on training courses for collision repair technicians, estimators and appraisers.
AVI and Babcox Sponsor Free Management Webinar
On Thursday, March 8, AVI and Babcox are joining forces with Bob Cooper of Elite Worldwide to offer a webinar, “Creating Team Spirit in Your Auto Repair Shop!” which will cover employee management, and more specifically, internal communication and how to manage the relationships between advisors and technicians. Use the special coupon code to enroll in the $29.95 webinar at no charge!
Federal-Mogul Technical Education Center Announces Extensive Schedule of Training Workshops, Webinars
The Federal-Mogul Technical Education Center (TEC) in St. Louis this year is offering more than 40 in-depth, hands-on training workshops and 20 free online webinar sessions covering a variety of undercar, underhood and engine repair topics.
ASE Offers Update on Certification for Auto Professionals
No more written exams. That was one update on the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) given by Tony Molla, vice president of communications for ASE, at the Collision Industry Conference held Jan. 12-13 in Palm Springs, CA.
AVI OnDemand Weekend Deals
If you want GREAT deals on training that will save you TIME and MONEY you need to take advantage of the awesome weekend specials from AVI OnDemand! Choose from four great technical training programs with online video, manuals and quizzes.
Federated Member Hovis Auto & Truck Supply Opens New Technical Training Facility
Federated member Hovis Auto & Truck Supply has opened its new Hovis Technical Training Center located in Mercer, PA. The 10,000 square-foot hands-on training facility is equipped with the most advanced tools and equipment and is dedicated to instructing professional service technicians about time-saving and problem-solving techniques, according to Hovis.
Mitchell 1 to Hold Shop Management System Training Workshop in Atlantic City
Mitchell 1 will hold this year’s first Shop Management System Training Workshop April 19-21, in Atlantic City, NJ. The training workshop is designed for those who have previously established competence using their shop management software and now want to learn more advanced capabilities, better methods and shortcuts.
Bosch Launches New Technical Support Hotline, Central Contact for Bosch Parts, Diagnostic and Equipment Questions
To improve both communication and technical support, Bosch has launched a new technical support hotline number for all technical questions regarding Bosch Parts, Equipment and Services.
Babcox Media Acquires Automotive Video Inc.
Babcox Media Inc. is pleased to announce its acquisition of Automotive Video Inc. (AVI), effective Jan. 1, 2012. AVI’s broad range of educational products for technicians and video production capabilities adds to Babcox Media’s portfolio of media properties and marketing services and will enable the company to extend its reach farther throughout the automotive aftermarket, tire, performance, collision, commercial trucking, engine building and powersports markets.
ATE Automotive Training Expo Scheduled for February 24-26 in SeaTac, WA
Get all the best that ATE has to offer for one low price! With the All-Inclusive Training Package, you have your choice of any of the classes offered; admission into the Expo; lunch and breakfast on Friday and Saturday; hors d’oeuvres and a no-host bar on Friday and Saturday evening; and admission to our ATE Keynote Speaker events.
Bartec Announces TIA ATS Training Voucher
TIA is taking its Automotive Tire Service (ATS) Certification Course on the road in 2012. Throughout the coming year, in 28 cities across the country, those who successfully complete the 4-day class will be certified as Advanced ATS Instructors and will be able to take this critically important tire service knowledge back to their place of business.
AASP-MN to Host Multimeters & Lab Scopes Seminar
On Wednesday, February 15, 2012, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) will host “Essentials of Electrical/Electronic Troubleshooting Using Multimeters & Lab Scopes,” from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m., at Dunwoody College of Technology, Minneapolis. The seminar, sponsored by IDENTIFIX, will provide attendees with a brief review of Ohm’s law and basic multimeter and