Advance Auto Parts, AVI Partner for Online Training Solutions

Advance Auto Parts has formed a partnership with AVI to provide shops with an expanded offering of online automotive training courses. Advance Shop eLearning powered by AVI features online video content covering topics from basic automotive concepts to advanced technical diagnostic training.

All content is available to shops 24/7 through the purchase of training bundles that can be tailored to meet a shop’s specific need, according to the company.

“AVI has long been recognized as a great solutions provider for training to the automotive aftermarket,” said Walter Scott, vice president of eCommerce and eServices for Advance Auto Parts. “The partnership through Advance Shop eLearning allows us to deliver the wide range of industry-leading online content that our shops need to stay on top of current technologies and better serve their customers.”

Online training bundles available from Shop eLearning powered by AVI include basic automotive systems for new service technicians, management courses geared toward shop owners, ASE test preparation, advanced diagnostics, working with hybrid or diesel vehicles, and much more. Shops can select content most relevant to their businesses on an individual basis. Additionally, a Learning Management System allows shop owners and managers to view and track their staff’s progress through the eLearning courses, and includes access to pre- and post-training tests.

“Training is a universal need in the aftermarket,” said Paul Louwers, CEO at AVI. “We’re excited to partner with Advance to provide on-demand training solutions that help serve commercial garages on a shop-to-shop basis.”

To learn more, visit eservices.advancecommercial.com or call 855-222-1632.

GRI recently conducted programs in Sri Lanka to empower women and motivate children under its Green x Circle initiative. The company said these endeavors aimed to address the needs of the community, focusing on both women empowerment and youth motivation.

GRI recently organized a training program titled "Management of household finance under current economic conditions" at the Ingiriya Rubber Collecting Center in Sri Lanka, South Asia led by Shashika Nimali, an NLP practitioner and life coach. The company said this initiative provided women in the industry with essential skills and knowledge to effectively manage household finances. GRI's tailored training sessions equipped participants with tools for informed decision-making, ultimately fostering greater financial security and independence, the company said.