Permatex Partners with ASE to Help Train Technicians
Permatex has partnered with the ASE Education Foundation to provide product application training and education on the latest formulation advances for automotive students, instructors, parts professionals, and professional automotive technicians. The partnership was announced by Permatex Product Manager, Eric Seibold, who noted, “Permatex has always been committed to training and education, and has a storied
EREF introduces the Bill “Will” McKnight Annual Scholarship
The Engine Rebuilders Educational Foundation (EREF) has announced the Bill “Will” McKnight Scholarship to honor his lifetime of work in our industry and contributions to AERA. This $2500 scholarship is available to any qualified applicant for the purpose of providing educational assistance to those seeking a career in the field of engine building/rebuilding. The EREF will award
SEMA Concludes Online Search for Top Young Builders
Three aspiring young builders have been awarded Golden Tickets in the 2021 SEMA Battle of the Builders Young Guns virtual regional qualifier events. With former Battle of the Builders competitors Eddie Pettus, Muzzy Yousefi, Randy Borcherding, Jeremiah Profitt and Kyle Kuhnhausen serving as judges for the virtual corrals, competitors represented a diverse group of applicants
UTI and BMW Partner to Provide Career Opportunities
Universal Technical Institute and BMW of North America, LLC are partnering to add a unique program for service members at the U.S. Army’s Fort Bragg, N.C. base. The BMW MSTEP (Military Service Technician Education Program) provides training for new career opportunities for service members transitioning from military service back into civilian life. The BMW MSTEP program was first launched at
Dana Partners with UNOH to Support Future Auto Techs
Dana Inc. has renewed its partnership with the renowned University of Northwestern Ohio (UNOH) automotive program. As part of its support, Dana recently donated six full axle assemblies to be used as instructional aids. Victor Reinz gaskets and Spicer parts will be provided for classroom use, as well as informational countermats, digital calipers, and Spicer
Mazak’s New MPower Customer Support Program
With the launch of its new MPower customer support program, Mazak customers gain fast and accurate replacement parts ordering and service scheduling along with direct, real-time access to Mazak for a multitude of support benefits. Those include technical service through the company’s Remote Assist Services and on-demand training with its Learning Management System in addition
High School Students Test Drive Automotive Technician Training at NASCAR Technical Institute
Universal Technical Institute’s Mooresville, N.C. campus, NASCAR Technical Institute (NASCAR Tech), is celebrating another successful year of the Ignite program, a free, three-week introduction to automotive technician training for rising high school seniors in the Greater Charlotte, N.C.-area. Five local students had the opportunity to earn credits toward a UTI program through intensive, hands-on training,
Alba Colon, Director of Competition Systems, Hendrick Motorsports
An affinity for STEM education led Alba Colon into the automotive industry where she has continuously elevated her career with GM and now Hendrick Motorsports.
SEMA Awards Nearly $300,000 of Scholarships to 119 Students and Recent Graduates
The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund issued a total of $296,000 in scholarships and loan forgiveness awards to help 119 individuals who currently work or are planning to pursue careers in the automotive aftermarket industry. The winners include 97 students who received scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000, and 22 employees of SEMA-member companies who received
NASCAR Partners with NSTA to Launch New Science Curriculum
NASCAR and the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) have launched a new science and STEM learning curriculum for K-8 science teachers across the US. The racing-themed science lessons will be available free of charge to educators nationwide on NSTA.org. The collaboration between NASCAR and NSTA, the promoter of excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning,
Athena Racing CEO & Founder Wins Pinnacle Award
The Pinnacle Awards is a staple of southern California’s technology and science industries, showcasing the best in class of individuals advancing women in STEM. In its 23rd year, Loxley Browne, CEO and founder of Athena Racing, is the recipient of the Pinnacle Award as Service Provider in 2021. Over 600 leaders in science, technology and business gathered
Pep Boys Awards $100K in Technician Scholarships
Pep Boys has announced the 15 recipients of its annual Find Your Drive $100,000 scholarship program. The company increased its investment during this 100th year in business to $100,000 to celebrate its centennial and continue its emphasis of the critical “Race to 2026” initiative, a program designed to recruit and support the talented technicians in the automotive
23XI Racing Announces SPEED Institute
23XI Racing has announced SPEED (Scholarship, Professional Education, Executive Development) Institute, an initiative designed to enhance opportunities for students and job-seekers in the motorsports field. The program will focus on scholarships, internships, professional education, and executive development with 23XI Racing and its partners. The establishment of the SPEED Institute – designed to support 23XI Racing’s
WyoTech Grows Amid New Ownership
WyoTech, the Laramie, WY-based diesel and automotive-related training school, has announced an increase in student enrollment following the purchase by WyoTech diesel alumnus Jim Mathis in 2018. When Mathis led the purchase of WyoTech in July 2018, the school had 12 students. Now, WyoTech boasts nearly 500 students from all 50 states and expects to have more than 1,000
Mississippi Raceway Park to Open in 2023
Gerard Hansen, an automotive historian and motorsports professional, has announced a new motorsports facility based in Petal, MS, just outside of Hattiesburg. The primary purpose of building the new facility is to develop tomorrow’s racing champions. “Mississippi Raceway Park will bring national exposure, provide recreation and create jobs,” track officials stated. “[It] has the potential of
Inside EFI University
Ben founded EFI University, a high-performance engine training center, in 2003 when he decided to create a weekend seminar to help encourage engine builders to embrace electronic fuel injection. Within the first six months, he was overwhelmed with requests to continue teaching it.
Trackhouse Racing Team to Acquire Chip Ganassi Racing’s NASCAR Operation
On Wednesday, Justin Marks of Trackhouse Entertainment Group and Trackhouse Racing, announced the company will expand its NASCAR Cup Series team by acquiring Chip Ganassi Racing’s NASCAR operation. Marks, along with Trackhouse team president Ty Norris and Chip Ganassi Racing CEO Chip Ganassi, revealed the move at the NASCAR Hall of Fame on a livestream
Start with Engine Basics
This column is for the young folks out there who believe they have passion for automotive performance. You see the people in this industry and you really want to get involved. I get a lot of calls and emails from these younger folks who want to maybe intern or come to the shop to learn.
Standard Motor Products Focused on Automotive Diversity
Standard Motor Products, Inc. has announced it joined the Center for Automotive Diversity, Inclusion and Advancement (CADIA) to continue deploying initiatives focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). Founded in 2017, CADIA is a non-profit organization with the mission of doubling the number of diverse leaders in the automotive industry by 2030. “Led by automotive
MPA to Host Diesel Starting Systems Webinar
Motorcar Parts of America (MPA) will host a live, web-based, Part Smart educational program providing OE level training for the professional technician on Thursday, June 17. The webinar covering Diesel Starting Systems, will be taught by Nelson Davis, ASE L-1 Certified Master Technician. The one-hour live event will be held Thursday, June 17, at 12