Point Of View: ‘Upon My Honor…’
In our June issue of TechShop, I asked our readers, “What’s your motto?” I told you my proposed motto for the Universal Independent Shop Owner and Professional Technician: “I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself
CARS Management Seminars Designed to Lead Attendees to Greater Success
The Automotive Service Association’s (ASA) Congress of Automotive Repair and Service (CARS) is offering four management seminars selected with shop owners’ financial gain and future success in mind. Approved by the Automotive Management Institute (AMI), the topics of the management seminars include increasing shop efficiency and profitability, strategies to stay competitive, financial planning and leadership.
Mitchell 1 Names Bruce Amacker 2007 Educator of the Year
Bruce Amacker, owner and instructor of TurboTraining, has been named Educator of the Year at the North American Council of Automotive Teachers (NACAT) 2007 Conference held recently in Long Beach, CA. Each year Mitchell 1 recognizes one of the nation’s top teachers for excellence in automotive repair instruction.
California Warranty Standards Proposed in New Mexico
New Mexico, under a general order from Gov. Bill Richardson, is moving to adopt the California Clean Car standards. The New Mexico Department of the Environment has proposed standards that, if passed, would implement the California vehicle emission standards – including the super warranty. The proposal directs the state to implement global warming and smog-forming emissions standards for vehicles. Additionally, the bill would impose the expansion and extension of warranties.
Mitchell 1 Names Brandon Belken 2007 Automotive Technology Outstanding Student
Brandon Belken, who recently graduated from Tatum High School in Tatum, TX, is the 2007 recipient of the Automotive Technology Outstanding Student Scholarship. Each year, Mitchell 1 recognizes one U.S. high school senior for outstanding achievement in automotive technology scholastics.
Tech Tip: Diagnosing a Nissan Altima with the Check Engine Light On
The engine runs rough, gas mileage is down and more importantly the "check engine" light is on. That little illuminated check engine light strikes fear in the hearts and minds of the average vehicle owner – it’s supposed to. Otherwise, people would keep driving their vehicles as long as they could, eclipsing the light with a piece of electrical tape.
Fidanza is Associate Sponsor of Karagiannis Racing
Fidanza has joined the Karagiannis Racing team (Glenwood, MD) as an associate sponsor. Karagiannis Racing, represented by driver and team owner Demetrios Karagiannis, currently competes in National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Sport Compact and NOPI Drag Racing Association (NDRA) competition.
Mitchell 1 Holds Shop Management System Training Workshop in Seattle
Mitchell 1 will hold this year’s third Shop Management System Training Workshop in Seattle, WA, on August 9-11, 2007. The training workshop, designed for those who have been using their shop management system for six months or more, will guide users through advanced functionality in the OnDemand5 Manager system.
News Update: Raybestos’ Simplified Product Offering is Built Around Technicians’ Needs
Raybestos brand brakes’ product offering has been re-engineered, following months of extensive research with repair technicians, the results of which can be seen in Raybestos’ new 1-2-3 brand strategy. “We conducted both qualitative and quantitative research to understand precisely what techs want and need from a brake supplier,” said Jeff Stauffer, vice president of global
Mitchell 1 and ACDelco Team Up/Collaborate to Deliver Web Integrated Service Environment (WISE) 3.0 Software
Mitchell 1 and ACDelco are pleased to announce they have teamed up/collaborated to deliver one of the most advanced shop management tools in the industry. The newest addition of ACDelco’s Web Integrated Service Environment (WISE) software, WISE 3.0, is designed to help professional technicians stay on top of the latest technology, techniques and tools.