Northwest
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Aloha, Ore.—Growing up around dirt bikes and cars, Precision Import Repair Co-owner Eric Getchell knew exactly what he wanted to do when he finished his stint in the Marines, he said. “I wanted to fix cars. Little did...
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Port Angeles, Wash.— Peninsula College recently became the first community college in Washington State and one of only a handful in the nation to offer an approved, accredited one-year Alternative Fuels Certificate Program...
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Enthusiasm continues to abound in the Northwest for auto racing, car shows, and performance events, and the 2013 season is well under way for a multitude of venues in every corner of the region. More than 550 diversified races are scheduled at...
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The 49th annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference will take place June 24-28, in Kansas City, Mo. More than 6,000 career and technical education students will compete in hands-on contests and leadership competitions representing...
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Auburn, Wash.—Competition Specialties’ 2013 Mega Jobber Trade Show enthused and inspired customers and vendors alike during the two-day event, March 2-3, at its company headquarters in Auburn, Wash.
For 41...
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Vancouver, Wash.—Car and truck accessories, whether its film, tint, lift kits and more, can add profits to every department, said Mark Sherman, Vancouver Toyota parts manager. “It starts at the top — you...
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Bellevue, Wash.—With extensive Chrysler parts and service experience, the managers and staff of Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge of Bellevue serve each other well, said Parts Manager Billy Carter, who began his career at the BBC Dodge...
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Shoreline, Wash.—The 62nd annual Vehicle Maintenance Management Conference (VMMC), March 26-28, was hailed as a success by 2013 Chairman Gene Jakubczak, director of fleet services for the city of Spokane. More than 250...
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SeaTac, Wash.—There are several reasons customers come to a shop for repairs and price is at the bottom of their list, said Cecil Bullard, a WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI) instructor. Technicians should not be hesitant...
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OREGON
One of the largest car shows in the Northwest, the 31st annual Spring Gathering & Auto Exhibit, will take place May 11, in Portland. Presented by...
