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Common Muffler Problems You May Find After Auto Mechanic Training

If you’re considering careers in the auto industry, understanding the muffler, its function, and its potential issues will be important to your success. With a function implied by its name, the muff

5 September 2023

[Infographic] What Does an Auto Body Repairer Do? Common Tasks You Will Encounter

Auto body repairers are an essential part of the auto industry, relying on their skills and experience to restore damaged motor vehicles. Their tasks can be completed in a team or independently. Profe

24 November 2022

Infographic: Everything You Need to Know About Hydraulic Brakes

Completing your auto mechanic training? During your career, it will be important to know the ins and outs of hydraulic braking systems. While mechanical brakes were standard in the past, today, almost

22 August 2022

Infographic: What a Dispatcher Needs on Their CVs

As a graduate of our dispatcher program, crafting a good CV is going to be a crucial part of your job application process. Whether you want to become an operations manager, a logistics and brokerage c

13 August 2021

[Infographic] How Mechanics Can Fix Fuel Injection Systems

We see it in every car engine, and it can leave drivers in a major pickle if not working properly. Fuel is something any vehicle will need to keep itself going, and a car’s fuel injectors are easier

10 August 2021

Infographic: An Auto Mechanic’s Guide to Acing Your Next Job Interview

Let’s admit it, job interviews can be stressful at times, especially if you’re not well prepared ahead of time. Not only do you have to worry about meeting your potential future boss, but also abo

6 August 2021

[Infographic] The Electrifying Future of EV Pickup Trucks

Pickup trucks are the highest-selling segment of vehicle sales in Canada. With increasing demand for environmentally conscious choices in the auto industry, combining electric power with pickup trucks

24 April 2020

[Infographic] How to Sell a Pre-Owned Car

Selling pre-owned cars is in many ways quite similar to selling new ones. Sales need to be personalized, professional, and transparent. In auto sales courses you will pick up skills to sell both new a

22 April 2020

[Infographic] Why Pursuing a Trade Is a Great Career Move

Who says you need a university degree to have an amazing career? If you love being on your feet and moving around, or want to work in an industry where you can make a great income without having to ge

20 April 2020

[Infographic] An Inside Look at Cleaning Car Interiors

Cleaning a car’s exterior can be an art form in and of itself. Cleaning its interior? Even more so. There are multiple steps involved in the process, from decluttering to vacuuming to spraying the c

17 April 2020

[Infographic] 5 Qualities of a Top Mechanic

A typical day at the shop for an auto mechanic can involve a wide range of tasks, challenges, and interactions—some of them unexpected. It’s a fulfilling career where you can solve problems, help

30 March 2020

[Infographic] Clear Progression: The History of Windshields and Glass in Our Vehicles

Did you know that windshields were optional for the first few early years of automotive manufacturing? Windshields are, of course, an important safety feature in any vehicle, and students in aut

14 November 2019

[Infographic] A Guide to Different Engine Types

A car can have the nicest chrome exhaust tip and the plushest seats, but it’s the engine that truly makes a car a car. While most automobiles today use internal combustion engines, the way an intern

13 November 2019

[Infographic] A Guide to the World’s Most Reliable Cars

Reliability is at the top of the list for many car buyers. The definition of a reliable vehicle is different from driver to driver. Someone who carts themselves to and from close locations from day to

8 November 2019

[Infographic] Four Seasons: Auto Detailing Throughout the Year

One of the most common questions that automotive detailers are asked is: When is the right time of year to have a car detailed? The answer is a little more complicated than you may think. While the ge

7 August 2019

Opening Your Own Shop: A Guide for Aspiring Mechanics

Once you’ve developed a comprehensive mechanic skillset and industry experience, you might start to consider whether it’s possible to become your own boss. Starting an auto repair business isn’t

25 July 2019

5 Signs You’re Ready for a Career in a Skilled Trade

Skilled trades offer important services to people in need, and certification can be relatively quick to complete. Skilled trades also offer high wages, flexible schedules, and a strong sense of job se

12 July 2019

[Infographic] From Fender-Bender to Faultless: The Anatomy of an Auto Body Repair Job

One of the hard realities of life is that, sooner or later, cars get a little damaged. Dents, bumps, and scratches can accumulate over the years to make a Jaguar look more like a junker. Even a

18 June 2019

[Infographic] What Does an Auto Detailer Do?

Do you know the difference between a simple car wash and the work an auto detailer does? Many people assume auto detailers just clean vehicles, but they do so much more than that. Professional automot

18 January 2018

[Infographic] A Look at Canada’s Favourite Cars

Canadians love their vehicles, and there are several cars that Canadians seem to love. These cars all have their own unique features, but most of them are reliable, stylish, and inexpensive, making th

15 January 2018

[Infographic] The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Car Paint

Repainting a vehicle is a big decision. Not only should it look great and suit the vehicle’s make and model, it also needs to provide protection from the elements and stand the test of time—all wh

11 January 2018

[Infographic] The Car Salesman’s Guide to Boosting Sales

A career in automotive sales is both exciting and challenging. Every day when you arrive at the dealership you have no idea which customers are going to drive in, what they are looking for, and how th

11 January 2018

5 Steps to Replacing Brake Pads

Brakes get worked pretty hard, and since it’s very important to keep them working well, that means they can need repairs fairly frequently. One common brake fix done by professionals in careers

18 September 2017

Infographic: 4 Tips That Students in Mechanic College Should Know About Saving Fuel

Whether you’re servicing vehicles for individuals or businesses, fuel costs are likely to be one of your customers’ top concerns and most significant vehicle expenses. Being able to provide sound

24 August 2017

[Infographic] The Ultimate Guide to Fixing Vehicle Dents

Sure, drivers can walk away from a minor accident without a scratch, but if their car winds up with an unsightly dent, they probably still won’t be too happy. Luckily, professionals with mechani

10 March 2017

[Infographic] Turbo vs Supercharger: What’s the Difference?

Vehicles with a turbocharger or supercharger have a unique advantage over others with plain engines. They have the ability to harness air, pump it into the engine, and create a boost of power. As stud

9 March 2017

[Infographic] Car Care 101: Checking Fluids

If you want your car to run well, it’s important to keep up with maintenance, including changing your car’s various fluids in a timely fashion. Leaving fluids in a car too long can lead to

5 January 2017

Infographic: How Self-Driving Cars Work

The widespread availability of self-driving cars is moving closer and closer to reality all the time. Major players like Tesla, Google, and Nissan have all confidently declared that they will make ful

4 January 2017

[Infographic] : Diesel vs Gas: Which Engine Gets the Gold

Mechanic colleges teach students all about the types of engines they’ll be working on once they graduate and start their careers. Most students know that the first two-stroke kerosene engine was inv

21 March 2016

[Infographic]: How To Dismantle A Car

Automotive dismantling and recycling is huge part of the industry, and it often gets overlooked. Even if a car is at the end of its life, approximately 80 per cent of the vehicle can be reused or recy

4 March 2016