This year’s SEMA Show will include expanded features and activities dedicated to electric vehicles and the opportunities the emerging technology offers the automotive aftermarket, event officials announced. In addition to SEMA Electrified–a 21,000-sq.-ft. area at the SEMA Show that is dedicated to solutions for electric vehicles (EV) platforms and conversions–the four-day annual B2B event will… Continue reading SEMA Show to Include Expanded EV Presence
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VOXX-DEI Announces Virtual Training Series Schedule
VOXX-DEI has announced a new schedule of virtual training sessions for new and experienced dealers. Held once per month, the training sessions will be geared toward new dealers, prospective dealers, novice techs and those new to selling and Installing VOXX-DEI products, the company said. Schedule (all times EST): Oct. 25 – 8:30 p.m. Nov. 16… Continue reading VOXX-DEI Announces Virtual Training Series Schedule
WyoTech Students Receive Jessi Combs Foundation Scholarships
Three students from WyoTech, an automotive, diesel, and collision trade school, have received scholarships from the Jessi Combs Foundation (JCF), the school announced. Maggie Daskam, Jade Bovee and Kaygen Bogle all received the award, which is one of the ways JCF aims to fulfill its mission to educate, inspire and empower the next generation of… Continue reading WyoTech Students Receive Jessi Combs Foundation Scholarships
PRO Council Reveals SEMA Show Event Schedule
The SEMA Professional Restylers Organization (PRO) has revealed its event schedule for the 2022 SEMA Show, the council announced. In addition to hosting the PRO Cup Challenge, an annual package-design competition among restylers, the council is sponsoring multiple seminars, including a panel discussion featuring PRO Cup Challenge participants. The PRO Cup Challenge Panel is scheduled… Continue reading PRO Council Reveals SEMA Show Event Schedule
Ram, Wolverine Clothes Line Celebrates Skilled Workers
Work brand Wolverine and the Ram truck brand recently announced a second exclusive collaboration aimed at benefiting the skilled trades. To recognize the hard work, integrity and dedication of workers, both brands have come together on a limited edition Built for the Driven collection that features American-made boots, clothing, and accessories. “Our collaboration with the… Continue reading Ram, Wolverine Clothes Line Celebrates Skilled Workers
TechForce Launches Campaign Promoting Skilled Trade Careers
TechForce Foundation has launched its new “Because I’m a Tech” campaign celebrating and promoting skilled trade careers paths, the organization announced. “Because I’m a Tech” shares technicians’ testimonials across industry sectors, from auto, diesel and collision repair to aviation, restoration, marine, welding and motorsports, the organization said. The campaign also encourages interested people to join… Continue reading TechForce Launches Campaign Promoting Skilled Trade Careers
AAPEX Announces September Online Training Schedule
The AAPEX Repair Shop HQ Online Training Series will hold two free sessions in September: “Navigating the Rapids Ahead” on Sept. 7, and “Underhood: Stop/Start System Diagnostics,” on Sept. 19, the organization announced. In “Navigating the Rapids Ahead,” attendees will learn how to be prepared to handle difficult business situations, the organization said. The webinar… Continue reading AAPEX Announces September Online Training Schedule
UAF Awards 461 Scholarships for Automotive Program Students
The University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) has awarded 461 scholarships to students throughout the country, totaling a record-setting $731,350 for the upcoming school year, the organization announced. The scholarship recipients will be attending a two-year or four-year college or university or an accredited automotive vocational program. While the majority of the students are studying… Continue reading UAF Awards 461 Scholarships for Automotive Program Students
New Subject Areas Highlight 2022 SEMA Show Education Program
The program will include more than 70 sessions within 14 different areas, including business management, leadership and more…
In Gear with THE SHOP Ep. 37 — Finding and Training Employees with Dirty Dog Off-Road
Fred Hawkins of Dirty Dog Off-Road discusses installer training programs, finding employees, the overlanding market and more…
Universal Technical Institute Opens New Florida Campus
Universal Technical Institute has opened a new campus in Miramar, Florida, the technical school announced. As the 16th UTI campus nationwide, the 100,000 square foot facility is located in the Miami, Florida, region and is currently home to four programs: Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, a combined Automotive and Diesel Technology program, and Welding Technology. Additionally,… Continue reading Universal Technical Institute Opens New Florida Campus
Continental Tire Partners with UTI
Continental Tire has been selected as the Official Tire of Universal Technical Institute (UTI), the company announced. The new partnership includes campus and curriculum aides to each of UTI’s 13 locations across the nation. “We are pleased to announce Continental Tire’s sponsorship of Universal Technical Institute (UTI),” said Chris Charity, vice president of sales –… Continue reading Continental Tire Partners with UTI
Enterprise Expands Collision Engineering College Program
Enterprise Holdings, through the Enterprise Holdings Foundation, has formed a new partnership with Collin College Technical Campus in Allen, Texas, to support the growth and expansion of its Collision Engineering Program, the company announced. Now active in five schools across the U.S., the program uses a two-year apprenticeship model in which students receive real-world experience… Continue reading Enterprise Expands Collision Engineering College Program
Repairify Acquires Automotive Training Group
Repairify has acquired technical training company Automotive Training Group (ATG), the company announced. With live and virtual classes offered in all 50 states and internationally, ATG offers automotive technical training backed by quality instructional materials and experienced educators, the company said, and curriculum is developed with a diagnostic approach, combining OEM support information with real-world… Continue reading Repairify Acquires Automotive Training Group
AkzoNobel Named Exclusive Coating Supplier for Lincoln Tech
Lincoln Tech has entered into an agreement with AkzoNobel Coatings to utilize paints and refinish coatings solely from AkzoNobel at Lincoln Tech’s Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology programs across the country, the organizations announced. The partnership follows the opening of the Kindig Academy at Lincoln Tech in Denver, Colorado. AkzoNobel also partnered with Dave Kindig… Continue reading AkzoNobel Named Exclusive Coating Supplier for Lincoln Tech