Improvements in automotive technology mean cars and trucks are more sophisticated than ever, and that also means there’s an increased demand for mechanics who specialize in diagnosing and repairing late-model vehicles, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Auto shops typically need entry-level technicians to perform basic repairs, but the National Institute for … Read more
Changing the oil in a vehicle can extend the life of its engine and potentially delay costly repairs — especially with today’s high performance automotive technology, which typically requires the services of highly trained automotive technicians. However, routine oil changes are but one part of a comprehensive maintenance strategy that can help drivers keep their … Read more
Removing a stuck nut or accessing a bolt buried deep inside an engine compartment can be extremely frustrating, especially without the proper tools to get the job done. There are several types of specialized automotive tools that can make even simple repair jobs such as replacing a starter or installing a new master cylinder much … Read more
Car enthusiasts everywhere will soon get a behind-the-scenes look at the life of an auto mechanic thanks to a new simulation game, “Car Mechanic Simulator 2014.” The new game, which is scheduled to be released for PC later this month, allows car-lovers to simulate a career in a car workshop assisting customers, ordering and repairing … Read more
Electric vehicles have been around longer than you’d think. The first electric cars were built in the 1830s, about 40 years before the four-stroke gas engine. Even after internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles started edging into the market, electric cars were keeping pace with the best of them. Electric cars reached early milestones, like the … Read more
You may not have heard of the legislative battles raging on right to repair, if you only work on older cars, for example, or if your primary business is routine maintenance but it’s at the forefront of conversations at repair shops, parts stores and dealerships all across the New England area. What is right to … Read more