Ford Motor Company has a formed strategic partnership with Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation, to support the growth of the Collision Engineering Program (CEP) currently operating at several schools around the country, the organizations announced. The new industry partnership will expand the CEP to a new college that will become the seventh school… Continue reading Ford Expands Support of Collision Tech Training Program
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Firstech Announces 2023 Installer Training Dates
Firstech, the Seattle-based manufacturer of Compustar, DroneMobile, and Momento products, has released its calendar for in-person training events through the end of the July, the company announced. Starting in April, Firstech will resume MyFirstech Academy, a two-day training course for installers. Installers of all levels are invited to Firstech’s Dallas or Seattle offices to receive… Continue reading Firstech Announces 2023 Installer Training Dates
Maxxsonics to Appear at MasterTech Expo 2023
Maxxsonics will be exhibiting at the MasterTech Expo 2023, scheduled for March 5-8 at the Mesa Convention Center in Mesa, Arizona, and launching a new dealer program ahead of the event, the company announced. The event is specialized for automotive aftermarket customers, organizers said, and features professional networking, 30-plus exhibitors, automation technologies, skills competitions, demo… Continue reading Maxxsonics to Appear at MasterTech Expo 2023
KICKER Details KnowledgeFest Training Schedule
KICKER has revealed details regarding its training seminars scheduled to be held during the upcoming MEA KnowledgeFest Las Vegas (Feb. 3-5) at the Paris Hotel and Convention Center, the company announced. The first class is scheduled for Fri., Feb. 3 at 1:45 p.m., followed by a Sat., Feb. 4 class at 5:30 p.m., the company… Continue reading KICKER Details KnowledgeFest Training Schedule
Directechs Adds Translator for Tech Support Chat System
VOXX-DEI has introduced a new feature for its Directechs.com technical support chat system that automatically translates multiple foreign languages, the company announced. “Supporting our dealers goes farther than just picking up the phone, we feel it is important to support them in their native language, especially when they are dealing with highly technical product,” said… Continue reading Directechs Adds Translator for Tech Support Chat System
WyoTech Creates Hall of Fame Program
WyoTech has created a new Hall of Fame program to recognized accomplished graduates, the technical school announced. The first Hall of Fame inductees will be honored at a ceremony at the WyoTech Laramie campus on June 2-3 in conjunction with the school’s annual car show, school officials said. The WyoTech Hall of Fame will feature… Continue reading WyoTech Creates Hall of Fame Program
Nominations Open for TechForce Foundation FutureTechs Rock Awards
The TechForce Foundation is now accepting nominations for its 5th annual FutureTechs Rock Awards, the organization announced. Created to honor aspiring technicians and recognize students with a promising future in the transportation industry, the FutureTechs Rock Awards will award over $10,000 in scholarships and prizes. The organization is accepting nominations through Feb. 10. Each of… Continue reading Nominations Open for TechForce Foundation FutureTechs Rock Awards
WyoTech Seeking Instructors Following $16M Campus Expansion
Automotive, diesel and collision instructors will lead lectures and guide hands-on instruction at the Laramie, Wyoming campus…
ASE Webinar to Cover Industry Scholarships
An upcoming webinar hosted by the ASE Education Foundation will highlight scholarships available for students and programs, the organization announced. Scheduled for Jan. 18 at 4 p.m. EST, a panel of industry experts will discuss the virtues of industry scholarships from different perspectives. This includes some of the available scholarships for students and programs, their… Continue reading ASE Webinar to Cover Industry Scholarships
Palm Beach Cavallino Classic to Support Piston Foundation
The organization’s mission is to bring more young people into the trades of the collector car industry…
SEMA Seeking Speakers for 2023 Education Program
Topics of focus for the 2023 SEMA Show and SEMA’s year-round virtual education program include sales and marketing, vehicle technology, electric vehicles, small-business strategy and more…
Donation Leads to New Scholarship for McPherson College Restoration Program
McPherson College has created an endowed scholarship fund for students pursuing a degree in automotive restoration thanks to a $1 million donation from the Rob and Melani Walton Foundation, the school announced. The Rob Walton Scholarship Fund will focus on attracting and retaining students in the college’s automotive restoration program. The $1 million gift from… Continue reading Donation Leads to New Scholarship for McPherson College Restoration Program
Report: Labor Quality Top Issue for Small Businesses
According to the NFIB’s monthly job report, 21% of small businesses have reported labor quality as a primary operating problem…
University of the Aftermarket Foundation Announces 2023 Officers
The University of the Aftermarket Foundation has announced its officers and trustees for 2023, the organization announced. The approved slate of officers is: Chairman – Robert Egan, MAAP, Egan & Associates Senior Vice Chairman – John R. Washbish, MAAP, president and CEO, Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance Vice Chairman – Larry Pavey, AAP, CEO, Automotive Parts… Continue reading University of the Aftermarket Foundation Announces 2023 Officers
Rockford Fosgate Hosts Dealer Education Events
Rockford Fosgate hosted a series of events for retail store owners at the SEMA Show last month. During the SEMA Show, Rockford Fosgate hosted 280 guests comprised of US retail store owners and managers, international distributors and sales representatives. This inaugural event, dubbed the “Sit-Down” was an all-day learning and networking opportunity for dealers. Bill… Continue reading Rockford Fosgate Hosts Dealer Education Events