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Top Skills That Will Help You Succeed as an Auto Refinishing Prep Technician

Ever wondered how some vehicles manage to look like they just rolled out of the dealership lot, even years after they’re purchased? It’s probably not car washes alone that are responsible for that

7 July 2021

A Look at the History of “Unique” Vehicle Paint Colour Choices for Aspiring Auto Refinishing Prep Technicians

A car’s sleek design and impressive specs are always important features for both car buyers and enthusiasts to consider and discuss. However, a car’s paint job is something no one can ignore or ov

6 January 2021

To keep a car’s value and paint shiny, regular maintenance is required

What to Know About Oxidation If You’re in Car Painting Courses

Most cars today have clear coat, which goes over the car’s coloured paint and adds a layer of protection from sun damage and oxidation. Clear coat has been around for almost fifty years and has gone

13 December 2019

Automotive painting is perfect for those who enjoy detailed work

5 Traits That Make You Perfect for Auto Painting Careers

Auto painting is a great career for anyone who is looking to merge their mechanical and creative aptitudes. It takes a steady hand and a good eye, but those with the skills to succeed in this job can

7 November 2018

What Auto Refinishing Prep Technicians Need to Know About Ferrari’s Classic Red Paint Colour

When asked to associate the colour red with the automotive industry, most people picture a glorious sportscar with a prancing horse emblazoned on the hood. Ferrari has been one of the most luxurious c

27 June 2018

Clean spray guns to prevent paint from mixing together

How to Know if a Career as an Auto Refinishing Prep Technician Is Right for You

Collisions don’t always cause mechanical damage to a vehicle, but it’s still frustrating when you take a step back and see a nasty scratch left on the bodywork. Vehicles are beautiful machines, an

13 June 2018

A Roundup of the 5 Best-looking Minivans for Auto Refinishing Prep Technicians

The last thing you’d consider stylish might be a minivan, but here’s the thing: they exist! From Chrysler to Honda, foreign and domestic auto makers are putting vitality and glamour into the exter

6 June 2018

Shaped like a rocket ship, the 1950 Champion’s playful grille drew a lot of attention

A Look at 3 of the Most Striking Car Grilles You Might See as an Auto Refinishing Prep Technician

The original purpose of the car grille was to act as an opening to allow the intake of air into the car engine, while filtering out particles and dust. It has gone on to be become much more than that,

23 March 2018

Want to Become an Auto Body Technician? Here’s a Roundup of the Ugliest Cars Ever Made

Given the huge range of cars that have been produced by manufacturers over the 20th and 21st centuries, it’s not surprising that some have gone down as abject failures on the style front. While they

23 February 2018

4 Things You Need to Know About Ferrari’s Atelier if You’re Interested in Auto Painting Careers

The nature of Ferrari’s Atelier customization service is that it is designed to help the brand’s premium clients make the style and paint choices that match their personal vision. Through the Atel

10 November 2017

Deciding on a Custom Paint Job: How Auto Refinishing Prep Technicians Help Clients Choose Wisely

Selecting the right custom paint job for a client’s vehicle should consist of collaborating with the client to find a final design that suits the vehicle’s look and purpose as well as the client�

3 November 2017

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How to Do Effective Paint Corrections as an Auto Refinishing Prep Technician

Car paint correcting removes small marks that are present on the surface of a vehicle. Typically, these tiny swirls and scratches accumulate over time, resulting in a “spider-web” effect when the

27 October 2017

How Auto Refinishing Prep Technicians Remove Pesky Decals

Decals are one of the quickest and easiest ways for drivers to personalize their cars. Whether in the form of customized family stickers, a business advertisement, or simply a colourful design, decals

4 October 2017

Painting Prep: Dry Ice Blasting Explained for Students in Car Painting Courses

Sometimes cars may need to have the previous coat of paint completely removed before an auto painting professional can begin working on a fresh new one. There are several ways for removing old paint,

15 September 2017

Under the Hood: A Guide to Painting Engines in Auto Painting Careers

Did you know that you can paint a vehicle’s engine block? While most people think that automotive painters are mostly concerned with the exterior of vehicles, many owners also know that professional

23 August 2017

Auto Painting 101: A Look at the Dreaded Orange Peel Effect

A great paint job should look smooth and sleek, but what happens when that’s not the case? Well, you may be surprised to learn that not-so-perfect paint jobs are actually quite common, especially in

28 July 2017

A Primer on Painting Carbon Fibre for Students in Car Painting Courses

Because of how strong and lightweight it is, carbon fibre has been used to make parts for racing cars for quite some time, and now it’s starting to be used more widely in passenger vehicles as well.

23 June 2017

Matching Paint Colours: What Students in Car Painting Courses Should Know

Nothing ruins a car’s appearance more than a poorly matched paint touch up, which is why automotive painting professionals have a tried and true method for finding the ideal paint match. Whether a v

12 April 2017

The Lowdown on Water-Based Car Paints for Students in Car Painting Courses

There are dozens of different products that car painting professionals use to create the perfect paint job. Car paint, wax, base coats, top coats—the list is seemingly endless. There are even more p

29 March 2017

4 Auto Painting Tips for Painting Plastic Car Parts

There’s nothing better looking than a freshly painted vehicle. Unfortunately, after vehicles are purchased and hit the road, their appearance will eventually succumb to the wear and tear of weather,

22 February 2017

Taking Car Painting Courses? Here’s a Look at Audi’s Paint Etching Technology

A lot of people love their cars, and a lot of them love giving their cars a unique look. Custom paint jobs, decals, and other visual flourishes allow drivers to make the look of their cars a represent

10 February 2017

Students in Car Painting Courses, Here’s How Self-Healing Paint Works on Cars

Self-healing car paint may sound like something out of a sci-fi movie, but it’s reality. Japanese car manufacturer, Nissan, has introduced vehicles with self-healing paint in the past. However, they

6 January 2017

Allan Lin

Allan Lin is a graduate from our Automotive Service Operations program.

Allan successfully completed the program with honours and immediately went to work as a service advisor.

Through hard work, determination and a good educational foundation in Automotive Services, Allan is now the Fixed Operations Manager at Open Road Infinity of Langley.

ATC is proud of Allan’s accomplishments and is confident that his career advancement will continue.

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