As Nation’s Demand For Skilled Tradespeople Grows, Universal Technical Institute Opens Its Doors To Prospective Technicians
Open houses across the country highlight the industry’s annual need for more than 120,000 trained transportation technicians.
S/P2 Careers Database Surpasses 50,000 Resumes Of Student Techs Looking For Entry-Level Work
Of the students who have posted resumes on S/P2 Careers so far, more than 32,000 are interested in automotive service, 13,000 are interested in collision repair, 13,000 are interested in heavy-duty/diesel and 14,000 are interested in welding career opportunities.
Kawasaki Puts $315,000 Of Powersports Technology In The Hands Of Student Techs
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute’s state-of-the-industry labs will be outfitted with Kawasaki’s newest products.
Elite Rebrands Coaching Program As ‘Elite Top Shop 360’ To Reflect Improvements
Elite Top Shop 360 was selected as the new service name to reflect that all clients are completely surrounded, 360 degrees, with coaching, a Business Development Master Plan that outlines the steps shop owners need to take to reach their goals, a vast library of sales, marketing and shop management resources and “everything their business could need,” the company says.
The U.S. Department Of Energy, GM And MathWorks Launch EcoCAR Mobility Challenge
EcoCAR teams will have four years to retool a 2019 Chevrolet Blazer into an energy-efficient mobility solution, using enhanced connectivity and automation.
2019 Respect Is Learned In The Pits Contest
Two 2019 winners will have the opportunity to work in the pits with the Randy Meyer Racing team and gain firsthand experience on the nitro dragsters. The RMR team is excited to bring two new faces into the drag racing world to help the crew.
Universal Technical Institute Provides Update On Transformation Plan
UTI’s transformation plan, which is focused on strategic investments in marketing and admissions, retention and student services, is progressing and serving as a foundation for new student-start growth and improved graduation rates.
Automotive Training Institute Members Raise More Than $70,000 For Orlando’s Kid Beating Cancer Charity At Annual Conference
Members of ATI’s leadership attended an unveiling at the KBC Pediatric Transplant Center to view the kids’ patient room with a permanent sign recognizing ATI member contributions from SuperConference 2018.
WIX Filters Announces Top Four Finalists In 2018 School Of The Year Competition
The winner will be selected from the four finalists, and celebrated with a ceremony in November and a formal announcement during AAPEX on Oct. 29.
WorldSkills USA Will Go For Gold In Kazan, Russia, At Global Trade Skills Competition
Among the automotive-related skilled trade categories in which U.S. students will compete are Automobile Technology, Auto Body Repair, Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, Mechantronics and Mechanical Engineering.
STEM-Based Career Pathway In Kentucky Called A ‘Benchmark’ Program For The Nation
Harrison County Schools, local universities offer STEM career pathway from Pre-K to master’s degree.
Hercules Tires Supports Future Techs With Tire Donations To Northwest Ohio Educational Institutions
The tire donations will allow students to practice installing tires safely – providing important hands-on experience they need as they train to become automotive technicians.
