Posted on November 13, 2020 by Maddi Hennessey in Apprenticeship
National Apprentice Week is wrapping up and we could not be more proud of our current apprentices. Here is a quick view of our six apprentices: First up we have Bridgette with L & N Performance Auto Repair in Blowing Rock, NC. Owner Lucas Underwood says “Bridgette is genuinely an asset to our
Posted on October 26, 2020 by Maddi Hennessey in Apprenticeship
In the midst of a COVID-19 pandemic, Zoom has become a household name. More employers may choose to conduct an interview using video conferencing software. This is because it tends to be more convenient for remote positions or initial screening interviews. Since this type of interview is a bit different than a traditional in-person interview,
Posted on October 23, 2020 by Maddi Hennessey in Auto Repair
EVs Can Be Easier to Maintain Than Gas Vehicles Electric vehicle (EV) powertrains are much simpler than internal combustion engines. They have significantly fewer parts, and those parts are much smaller and lighter. In fact, most EV motors can be carried by one person. These motors don’t require oil changes, spark plug replacement, or oil
Posted on October 6, 2020 by Maddi Hennessey in Auto Repair
Since the first cars were sold, mankind has gotten the idea that we can improve this, beyond the factory options, and sometimes that’s true. However, there are instances where this idea goes horribly wrong. Just when I thought an over abundance of zip ties, JB Weld, and duct tape holding a car together was bad,
Posted on September 30, 2020 by Maddi Hennessey in Auto News
The Tesla Semi was supposed to be here by now, but if you’ve watched the electric carmaker in the past, you know deadlines aren’t really CEO Elon Musk’s jam. But, that hasn’t stopped companies from signing on the dotted line to reserve the upcoming electric semi truck. On Tuesday, Walmart Canada once again put its money where it mouth is and
Posted on September 28, 2020 by Maddi Hennessey in Auto Repair
Electric vehicle maintenance may not be nearly as involved as what’s required to keep a traditional gas-powered automobile on the road, but you might be surprised by just how much crossover there is between the two systems. Even though they don’t require oil or fuel, electric vehicles (EVs) still use similar components as other cars
Posted on September 23, 2020 by Maddi Hennessey in Auto News
WASHINGTON/LOS ANGELES — California plans to ban the sale of new gasoline powered passenger cars and trucks starting in 2035 in a dramatic move to shift to EVs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Gov. Gavin Newsom said on Wednesday. Newsom told a press conference the state was committing to a “firm goal” to phase out
Posted on September 16, 2020 by Maddi Hennessey in Apprenticeship
We all know the amazing benefits to the trainee of undertaking an apprenticeship; to name a few, apprentices benefit from being paid to learn, experience the real workplace, learn tangible skills, gain increased industry contacts and job opportunities and upon completion achieve a nationally accredited qualification (if you would like to learn more about the
Posted on September 4, 2020 by Maddi Hennessey in Auto News
Hyundai and Kia are calling 643,575 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada because leaking brake fluid could cause a fire. Lots of Optimas, Santa Fes, and Sorentos are about to head to the shop. As always, go to NHTSA’s website, hand over your VIN, and check to see if your Kia or Hyundai has been recalled