Technician training

Association of Diesel Specialists announcing speakers for 2024 Convention
The Association of Diesel Specialists (ADS) this week announced two speakers for its 2024 International Convention, set for Jan. 21-22, 2024, at the Gaylord Texan in Gaylord, Texas.
December 1, 2023
Technician on wheel end
American Isuzu techs take second in global contest
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America (ICTA) announced recently its U.S. team of service technicians placed second in the 18th Annual Isuzu World Technical Competition, also known as the I-1 Grand Prix.
November 13, 2023
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Safety in the Service Bay
With any new powertrain comes new safety instruction. But where internal combustion engine (ICE) advancements often introduce new components into familiar systems, electric vehicles (EV) are virtually unknown technologies to many truck technicians.
November 1, 2023
Technician checks a Volvo electric truck
Sales coaching/training
Training on alternative powertrains vital to employee safety, business success
Implementing alternative powertrains is a learning curve for fleets and dealers alike. In the case of battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell technology, dealer associates are required to receive OEM training on the equipment before selling it.
November 1, 2023
Volvo truck with zero emissions signage on trailer
Battery electric
How tech schools are keeping up with battery electric technologies
We checked in with two well regarded diesel tech programs about how they’re following trucking’s powertrain evolution and how industry changes force educators to transform their curriculum to prepare student for no longer exclusively diesel career.
November 1, 2023
Mack Trucks LR Electric provided to Duncan Polytechnical
Technician training
Peterbilt tech program launches service class in Nashville
Peterbilt Technician Institute (PTI) is announces the start of the inaugural service technician class at its Nashville, Tenn., campus. Students will complete 12-weeks of an accelerated service technician training program.
October 10, 2023
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Workforce
Strategies for dealing with technician retention
Rush Truck Centers and Betts Truck Parts & Service share their strategies for keeping their talent in their organizations.
October 9, 2023
A truck technician works under a hood.
Technician training
ASE Education Foundation updates accreditation standards for EV safety
The ASE Education Foundation has recently revised its accreditation standards for truck and collision repair training programs, specifically focusing on tasks, tools and equipment related to high-voltage systems, such as electric vehicles.
September 25, 2023
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Technician training
Peterbilt supporting veterans transitioning out of military service into tech careers
Peterbilt has partnered with Transition Overwatch to assist transitioning military talent leverage their transferable skills into service technician careers within the Peterbilt dealer network.
September 21, 2023
Cody Andrews, new Peterbilt technician for TLG
Commentary
Industry involvement remains key to solving tech shortage
“My personal view is that college isn’t for everyone. Especially now with the expense and debt load that many students graduate with. The trades provide a cost-effective solution to a rewarding career.”
September 20, 2023
North Catholic students participating in the Rosedale program
Maintenance
FedEx Freight's Nickles named TMCSuperTech Grand Champion
"Winning TMCSuperTech is a tremendous achievement and clearly demonstrates Doug's dedication to service and professionalism," says TMC Executive Director Robert Braswell.
September 20, 2023
A group of men with an award, certificate and prizes at TMCSuperTech
Technician training
UTI and Peterbilt achieve milestone for tech education
Universal Technical Institute (UTI) and Peterbilt are celebrating several milestones for the Peterbilt Technician Institute (PTI) this month.
September 14, 2023
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Technician training
Mitchell 1 to offer TMC SuperTech competitors free trial of testing program
"We really want all contestants to have a fair shot and equal knowledge of the software we use in our testing," says Kristy LaPage, director of Mitchell 1's commercial vehicle group.
August 29, 2023
The Mitchell 1 logo in silver, gold and black with the caption 'The First Choice of Automotive Professionals.'
Technician training
JE-CO owners bringing tech, business acumen to diesel shop floor
How one Colorado service shop is upending the conventional and bringing outside ideas to technician recruitment, retention and business operations.
August 28, 2023
JE-CO techs work on a large piece of machinery.
Technician training
Bendix announces fall training schedule
Bendix will hold in-depth technical training sessions in Indiana, Kentucky, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas in the fourth quarter this year.
August 23, 2023
Bendix technician checking brake caliper
Pay and benefits
'The pond is bigger than you think'
George Arrants, ASE Education Foundation vice president, talks about recruiting and retaining quality technicians in Fullbay-sponsored webinar with TPS.
August 9, 2023
A man looks under the hood of a truck.
Service and repair
Fullbay holding shop owner roundtable this month
The webinar will focus on recruiting and retention within shops with special topics to be covered including tips for hiring top talent and the benefit and importance of apprentice programs, the company says.
August 9, 2023
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Sales coaching/training
CVSN holds training webinar with Cummins-Meritor
The Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network (CVSN) held its first monthly technical training webinar with Cummins-Meritor Tuesday.
July 18, 2023
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Finalists named for ATD's 2024 Truck Dealer of the Year
The American Truck Dealers (ATD), Trucks, Parts, Service and Procede Software are pleased to announce the nominees for the 2024 Truck Dealer of the Year. There are seven dealers up for the 2024 award.
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Used trucks
Late-model depreciation gently slowing for used trucks
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Alternative power
How electric trucks may transform dealer revenue streams
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Growth strategies
Rebranding demands strategy, communication
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