March 2010 Edition : Diagnostic & Electronic Repair / Automotive Training & Education
Articles Written By Ed Attanasio:
APRA's 2006 International Big R Show addresses rapidly changing climate in rebuilding industry (January,2007)
Advanced Automotive Training teaches technicians how to stay on the industry's cutting edge (March,2007)
Car Care Guide to be used in conjunction with National Car Care Month in April (March,2007)
Contra Costa College automotive services program trains automotive technicians of the future (March,2007)
California Automotive Teachers Association guards interests of automotive instructors (March,2007)
Levin's Auto Supply, Speed Warehouse to host 2007 Northern California Automotive Show (March,2007)
Meissner Automotive establishes track record as top diagnostic auto repair shop (March,2007)
Palo Alto, Calif.–Gary Meissner, 65, said that after running automobile repair shops for more than 37 years, his blueprint for success is pretty basic--he keeps abreast of the changing technologies, embraces training, and treats his employees and customers fairly and honestly. By constantly learning more about diagnostic techniques, he said he's been able to create a niche for himself, making Meissner Automotive one of the leading diagnostics shops in the Bay Area.
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Northern California People & Places (March,2007)
Sacramento Vintage Ford caters to Ford restorers and enthusiasts from around the world (July,2007)
Rancho Cordova, Calif. -- Sacramento Vintage Ford's General Manager Mike Kohout said his parts store is a lot more than just a place to purchase parts for old Fords. It's also a Ford museum, a shrine to everything Ford, and a destination for Ford aficionados from all over the globe, he said.
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Hoffmann Automotive builds a new facility and watches its business grow (April,2007)
Davis, Calif.--For 26 years, Hoffmann Automotive operated a full-service shop out of a 2,200-square-foot Union 76 gas station, Owner Jeff Hoffmann said. "We had one-and-a-half bays and were forced to do a lot of our work outside," he said. "There wasn't much room there, but we did the best we could."
All of that changed dramatically in August 2005 when Hoffmann built a $2 million 8,000-square-foot repair facility in a new location in Davis, he said. The new building has seven bays, including one located in the rear of the shop that holds a 30,000-pound hoist, Hoffmann said.
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Polar Bear Auto Air & Electric establishes a 20-year track record doing A/C parts and service in Sacramento (April,2007)
ATI Parts wins 'Pimp My Parts Store Extreme Makeover' competition (April,2007)
Auto recyclers share concerns and discuss issues with state legislators at third annual SCADA Legislative Day (April,2007)
CAA Santa Clara County chapter names new president; members win awards (April,2007)
CAA attorney/lobbyist addresses Santa Clara County chapter on new laws and rules (April,2007)
Gary Light of Speed Warehouse named to IWD Board of Managers (April,2007)
Northern California April People & Places (April,2007)
BW Auto Dismantlers is a second-generation VW/Audi parts-recycling business that's growing fast (May,2007)
West Coast Muffler & Sport Trucks successfully adapts to changes in undercar industry (May,2007)
Concord, Calif. -- West Coast Mufflers & Sport Trucks Owner Steve Elstins said
the main reason he's been able to run a successful shop for more than two decades can best be described in one word–adaptability.
"Our success over the years can be attributed to our ability to change our business model and adapt to an evolving market," Elstins said. "Changes within the undercar industry have forced us to regroup and adjust our focus on several different occasions. I believe it's made us stronger every time it's happened."
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Safety Check Automotive victimized by fraud but still going strong (May,2007)
Owner of Alameda Auto Care wins Chevrolet HHR in ACDelco promotion (May,2007)
Sacramento Municipal Utility District hosts workshop on plug-in hybrid vehicles (May,2007)
Sacramento -- The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) and other agencies
hosted a workshop to explore the advancement of plug-in hybrid vehicles in the Sacramento region on March 7.
Representatives from industry, legislative, and regulatory agencies took part in the informational workshop. Before the event, SMUD made the latest in plug-in hybrid vehicles available to the news media to photograph and drive.
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Collision repair industry addresses issues at California Autobody Association's Legislative Day (May,2007)
Attendance and sales records set for 12th annual 2007 Northern California Automotive Show (May,2007)
Northern California May People & Places (May,2007)
- Trends benefit LKQ Corp., but growth also fueled by improved customer service
- Gene Winfield continues to affect hot rod market after more than 60 years
- Nearly a third of motorists plan to boost vehicle maintenance in 2010, speaker at AAPEX says
- Arsenal of scan tools allow 5th Gear to conduct proper diagnosis and repair
- OEConnection says shop interest in OEM discounts increases despite setback
- Shared inventory, parts delivery, and quality parts make QRP- Midwest a success
- Genuine Parts Co. opens heavy-duty truck parts store in Denver
- At Harvey's Autotech of Corona, 'taking care of customers is job one'
- NAPA Auto Parts in Estes Park prospers with former manufacturer reps at the helm, ghost and all
- IBIS speaker: Consumer trends are changing how customers choose a shop
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