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In Mechanic College? Everything You Need to Know About the 2023 Nissan Z

Are you a future mechanic with a love of sports cars? As well as being quite the spectacle on the road and track, sports cars can be a great way to learn how cars are built for power and speed. They c

27 October 2022

Testing Devices You’ll Use After Automotive School as a Collision Estimator

Vehicles are prone to accidents all the time, and in those instances, a driver will rely on a collision estimator to guide them through the repair process. Collision estimators are responsible for ins

5 August 2022

Faulty Transmission? Here are 3 Ways to Troubleshoot for Auto Careers

The transmission is one of the most essential parts of a car, ensuring a smooth ride and performance. That’s because it controls the amount of power that gets transferred from the engine to the whee

4 August 2022

3 Tips for Identifying a Parasitic Drain Once You Become an Auto Mechanic

If a car that has once been functioning smoothly suddenly reveals a dead battery, then a parasitic drain may be the culprit. The term parasitic drain may sound particularly alarming, but it simply des

28 July 2022

What a Professional Auto Mechanic Should Know About the Lifespan of Electric Batteries

Drivers may opt for electric vehicles for a number of reasons, including their reduced environmental impact, lack of need for fuel, and less demand for routine maintenance. Purchasing an electric vehi

19 August 2021

Interested in Auto Careers? Learn the Effects of Wheel Alignment on Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems

With the integration of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) increasing within today’s vehicles, ensuring that the technology is functioning safely and effectively is more important than ever.

18 August 2021

A Quick Guide to Forced Induction For Those in Mechanic College

When it comes to the world of automobiles, one of the major considerations among buyers is power. For those seeking greater engine performance, forced induction is the way to go. Forced induction syst

12 August 2021

Enrolled in Mechanic College? The New 2022 BMW is About to Arrive!

BMW is rocking the automotive world with the release of the next-generation 2022 2-series coupe. This vehicle is the first of an all-new generation of a quintessential BMW model, and comes with plenty

5 August 2021

Diagnosing Piston Damage: An Intro for Those in Auto Mechanic Training

The pistons are an essential part of a vehicle’s engine, responsible for controlling oil pressure and regulating engine oil consumption. As they are exposed to consistently high temperature and pres

8 July 2021

Considering Auto Mechanic School? Brake Bias & How it Affects Braking Performance

There’s a lot that goes into slowing a vehicle down. On any car, the braking system is influenced by a number of different components and processes. One important factor which influences the effecti

8 June 2021

Completing Your Auto Mechanic Training? A Look at the Best Car Batteries in 2021

It may hide quietly under the hood—but a car battery is nonetheless one of the most important features of any vehicle. It plays a huge part in the car’s overall performance and in preventing unnec

2 June 2021

Volvo XC90 Named UK Car of the Year

Twelve years after being introduced to the world, the Volvo XC90 has just been named U.K. Car of the Year at the 2015 Auto Express Awards in London. The Volvo XC90 SUV has been praised for both its cl

5 August 2015

Morgan Motor Company Celebrates 65 Years with a New AR P4 Model

If there’s one thing every car lover can agree on, it’s that old cars are timeless, well-crafted and never get boring to fawn over. The Morgan Motor Company is one auto manufacturer that refuses t

5 August 2015

Take a Look at Lotus' Fastest Car: The 3-Eleven

The Lotus automobile company has had its fair share of ups and downs over the past several decades. From constantly changing owners to low sales, Lotus has managed to power through it all in order to

31 July 2015

5 New Car Companies To Watch Out For in 2016

The majority of cars In North America are produced by the “Big Three” automakers—General Motors, Ford and Chrysler. Of course, foreign companies like Toyota and Honda are always competing for a

29 July 2015

An Insider Look at Porsche's Incredible Test Track

Most auto lovers know a bit about the production process—how a car is conceptualized, designed then made into several clay models before being manufactured. But what about the testing process? Many

15 July 2015

Most Impressive Auto Auctions Around the World

An auto auction is a public sale where both new and used vehicles are sold to the highest bidder. Car auctions can be found in most parts of the world, and are a goldmine for used car dealers looking

8 July 2015

4 Great Reasons to Become an Auto Mechanic

For some people, wanting to become a mechanic is a dream they’ve had since childhood. They might have nostalgic memories of watching family members work on cars and have always dreamed of gettin

25 June 2015

BMW Partners with Baidu to Release a Self-Driving Car

Baidu is a Chinese search engine and technology company, often referred to as “China’s Google.” Over the past few years, the company has been working on the research and technology for autonomou

24 June 2015

BMW Gives its 2016 7 Series a Makeover

BMW is showing no sign of stopping when it comes to expanding their luxury line-up of vehicles. Set to be released sometime this upcoming October, the new 2016 BMW 7 series is already churning up conv

18 June 2015

Unique Public Transportation Vehicles Around the World

Here in North America, our public transportation is pretty standard—metros, buses, and taxi cars help us get around from work, to home and even across the country. But if you travel to India, or Tha

11 June 2015

Volkswagen Plans to Make Touchscreen Infotainment Systems Obsolete

At this year’s Consumer Electronics Show, Volkswagen demo’d a prototype infotainment set-up that goes far beyond current touchscreen technology. This new type of infotainment system uses a 3D came

3 June 2015

What Does BMW Have in Store for 2017?

BMW is no doubt one of the most prolific automakers of the 20th and 21st centuries. As the manufacturer of top of the line motorcycles, Formula 1 race cars, and luxury consumer vehicles, the German br

27 May 2015

Consumer Reports Says $127k Tesla Model S P85D is “Undriveable”

Most auto professionals have probably heard of the term “lemon” before. Some readers may have even purchased a “lemon” in their lifetime. For those readers who are unaware, a lemon is a car th

27 May 2015

Auto Industry Trends to Watch in 2015

2015 is proving to be a year of record auto sales for the Canadian automotive industry. A surprising amount of cars were sold during the cold winter months, leading into an impressive spring, with sal

20 May 2015

GM Celebrates Building their 500 Millionth Vehicle

In celebration of building their 500 millionth vehicle, GM CEO Mary Barra and GM North America and Global Chevrolet President Alan Batey announced that the brand will invest $174 million in new equipm

13 May 2015

What’s Hot at the 2015 Auto Shanghai

Last Wednesday, the 16th International Automobile & Manufacturing Technology Exhibition (or Auto Shanghai) opened its doors. Several global automakers unveiled new, futuristic vehicles at the exh

30 April 2015

Tesla’s Newest Model: The S 70D

This week, Tesla announced a new and improved version of its base model all-electric sedan: the Model S 70D. Replacing the Model S 60, their new model has a bigger battery, all-wheel drive and as you

15 April 2015

Lower Loonie Helps the Canadian Auto Industry

Most Canadians are upset that their dollar seems to be experiencing its worst quarter since the recession of 2008. Since the start of 2015, the loonie has fallen approximately 8 per cent against the U

9 April 2015

Kenguru: The World’s First Truly Wheelchair Accessible Car

Trained professionals who have taken auto mechanic courses are capable of making a car wheelchair accessible, however this is certainly no easy (or cheap) task. There are currently very few cars on th

26 March 2015

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