AAPEX 2022 Opens Call for Repair Shop HQ Training Sessions
AAPEX announced they are now accepting technical and business management training session proposals for this year’s education program in Repair Shop HQ. AAPEX 2022 will take place Tuesday, Nov. 1 through Thursday, Nov. 3, at the Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum Conference Center in Las Vegas. To submit proposals, trainers should visit AAPEX 2022 call
Amid Labor Shortage, Training & Diversity Stressed at OTR Conference
Members of the OTR tire industry gathered in Destin, Florida this week for the Tire Industry Association’s 67th OTR Conference from Feb. 23-26 to gain a deeper understanding of the trends in the OTR tire market today and what to expect in the future. One of those trends that permeated the sessions was the labor
TIA Schedules Six ATS Advanced Instructor Training Classes
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has scheduled six in-person Certified Automotive Tire Service (ATS) advanced instructor training classes for 2022, the first of which is set for March 22-25 in Los Angeles. Certified ATS is a 300-level and 400-level certification program that provides in-depth and comprehensive instruction on the recommended procedures for servicing passenger and
TIA Announces CTS Instructor Courses for 2022
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has scheduled six, in-person, 400-Level Certified Commercial Tire Service (CTS) instructor classes for 2022. TIA says the four-day certified CTS instructor class covers all aspects of medium/heavy truck tire service and also teaches attendees how to instruct a 300-level certified technician course in the field. The coursework consists of 18 modules,
NGK/NTK Launch New Technical Training Portal
NGK & NTK have announced the launch of their online/on-demand portal for technical training and live webinars to keep parts pros and technicians up to speed on today’s developments in ignition and sensor technology. The portal, which can be accessed online, offers online learning pathways for both the ignition specialist and sensor specialist categories, the
Why Everyday Training Helps Technicians
You may be blocking off several hours or days for employees to accomplish their training, whether it be on new industry tools, tires or company best practices and policies in the repair process. But, it seems like shops are busier than ever before, and it can be difficult to find time to schedule training for
TIA Improves Online Training Videos, Adds New Courses
Despite the pandemic, the Tire Industry Association has continued to update its online training courses and offer new features as well as a management course.
Rotary Releases New R1090 Pro 3D Alignment System
The 3D Alignment System features a tower-free design and comes with a portable, space-saving cabinet that requires no dedicated bay, giving shops with limited space the flexibility needed to perform wheel alignments anywhere, the company says.
Microlearning Makes the Tire Industry Smarter, More Profitable
Microlearning modules can be customized to company and team member needs, where participants can learn through their own experiences and at their own pace.
IMR Releases Data on the Impact of EVs on Independent Shops
Three out of every 100 vehicles (3.1%) serviced at an average independent repair shop are BEVs while HEVs account for 6.2% of the vehicles serviced.
Belle Tire Celebrates Lincoln Tech Partnership with Donations
Belle Tire presented three $1,000 scholarships and a remodeled classroom at Lincoln Tech’s Indianapolis campus.
Specialty Products Co. Launches New Alignment Training
Hands-on classes are now open for registration at Specialty Products Company’s Longmont, Colo., corporate offices.
