image via: pxhere.comA turbo charger is a way to increase power on a combustion engine. This design takes exhaust from the rear of the engine and delivers it to the front which offers an increase in power. How does a turbo work to utilize the exhaust from a mixture of hot gases from your car’s […]
If you work in a service position within the automotive industry or as a technician, you need to consider obtaining an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. If you want to pursue a career in the automotive industry, you can enroll in ASE programs where you will earn the ASE student certification. Students from the ASE […]
Image via pexelsTrade careers are more popular than ever, but getting the necessary training is also more complicated than in the old days of the on-the-job training and apprenticeships. Educational institutions have sprung up across the country offering courses to prepare for auto mechanics, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and more – yet it can be difficult […]
Are you considering being certified as a mechanic? Have you conducted a cursory internet search regarding the requirements involved, but cannot seem to find all the information you need in one place? Becoming an ASE certified mechanic is an important step when building your career within the automotive industry. If you want to give yourself a […]
Brightwood College, formerly known as Kaplan College, has long offered a variety of health, business, criminal justice, information technology, nursing, and trades programs. Brightwood was owned by the Education Corporation of America and is not accepting new students at this time. Current students may wish to continue reading to learn more about their options now […]
Prior to World War II, very few American car manufacturers offered the V12 engine as an option. They were just too costly and complicated in their design. Only Cadillac and Packard offered this engine in their vehicles. After the war the Lincoln H-Series continued with this option. After the Lincoln model was phased out in […]
Are you good at fixing things and finding the solution to mechanical issues? Do you love tinkering with cars and enjoy nothing better than getting under the hood and determining what could be causing a glitch in the works?If you answered “yes” to both questions, it is possible that a career as an auto mechanic […]
Image by: pexelsFrom the early 1950s DeSoto, to the muscle-bound Chargers of the late 60s and early 70s, to today’s Hellcat Challenger, nothing says power like a Hemi engine. The innovative design of the Hemi’s combustion chamber allowed Dodge/Chrysler/Plymouth to lead the way in increasing the efficiency of gas burning engines. Hemi has become synonymous […]
There are many different career options for students who are able to work with their hands. One of the best career paths in this area is that of a diesel mechanic. As the trucking industry continues to grow, the demand for qualified diesel mechanics will continue to increase. Anyone who is wanting to get into […]
Becoming a diesel mechanic can be a rewarding and lucrative career. If you enjoy being around big trucks, and working on machinery, then becoming a diesel mechanic is probably the career for you. As of 2012, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported over 240,000 diesel mechanics employed in the United States. Into the year 2020, […]
