Your Trade School Future

Even though many use them interchangeably, auto mechanics and technicians are not the same. Here are their differences: automotive technician vs. mechanic.

There are many different types of training you can get in automotive technology. Here we look at a certificate vs. associate degree in automotive technology.

Whether you are off to mechanic school or starting to work on your own cars, you will need automotive repair books. These are the best auto mechanic books.

After school, there are many career paths you can take in the automotive industry. Check out this automotive careers list for potential jobs you could get.

When starting out your automotive training, you will need a nice tool set to get you off the ground. These are the best beginner mechanic tools.

Mechanic school can be expensive and the costs behind can be confusing. You may be asking, how much does auto mechanic school cost? Here’s a start.

The SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN) holds events for aspiring female mechanics to connect with female mechanics killing it in the industry.

Depending on where you live and work, auto mechanic salaries can vary. Here we see, how much do mechanics make?

Going to trade school is a great idea, but it can be expensive. Fortunately, you can get paid to go to trade school. Here are trade schools that pay you.

There are many resources discussing how to get ready for college the summer before in general. Here are things to do to prepare for college as a mechanic.

Wondering what types of mechanics there are? This is just the place to choose your career path by answering, “What types of mechanics are there?” These are the top 5 mechanic paths.

A barrier for new mechanics can be car terms slang. Take a look at these automotive slang terms to know for aspiring auto mechanics. Here you can learn some car lingo slang!

Are you fed up with your school and wondering how to transfer to another college? Here’s a college transfer guide so that you can figure out how to transfer colleges successfully.

Is online college good? Here we look at the pros and cons of online college for mechanics. Mechanic school can be tough in person and even tougher online. It still may be for you!

Before you start an auto technology program, it’s good to know what the job is like. Here we answer the question, what does an automotive technician do?

Are you an aspiring or practicing mechanic looking for inspiration & entertainment? These are the best car instagrams for gear heads and their Facebooks!

Loving to work with your hands is a sign of a kinesthetic learner. Studying can be hard like this. So, here are some study tips for kinesthetic learners.

Like all jobs, working as a mechanic has its ups and downs. Take a look at the pros and cons of being a mechanic to help your career search.

With the rise of technology, many are questioning the future of the automotive repair industry. Here we will look at auto repair industry trends.

Are you wondering how to get ASE certified? This is a large topic with lots of information that can be confusing. We have broken it down into 5 simple steps so you can become ASE certified.

Home of the great New York City, the Northeast is a hotbed for cars. Mechanics need training so here are the best automotive schools in the Northeast.

Mechanic schools all across the nation are trying to get your attention. We break through the noise with the 5 best automotive schools in the Southeast!

There is one region that holds many of the top trade schools in the US. We are here to present the 5 best automotive schools in the Midwest!

Aspiring auto mechanics all over the country need a great place to study automotive technology. These are the 5 best automotive schools in the Southwest.

There are hundreds of trade schools to choose from in the West, we have narrowed them down to the 5 best automotive schools in the west.

Back in December, Vatterott College announced that it would be closing all its locations. This was out of the blue and left many students wandering. If you are left in the dark, we are here to help!

Despite being the largest automotive customer, women auto mechanics are rare. Find out why the future is bright for women in the automotive industry.

There are many different ways to become an auto mechanic. Find out the pros and cons of two of the paths as we look at trade school vs. apprenticeship.

Mike Rowe has been a pioneer for encouraging students to choose a career in trades rather than going to college. The Mike Rowe Work Ethic Scholarship helps!

We have awarded our first of many automotive scholarships to a student from Louisiana. The student will study Automotive Technology at Baton Rouge CC.

With hundreds of options, it can be hard to find the right automotive school for you. We evaluated every school in the nation and ranked the top ten based on value.

Ever wonder the differences between trade school and college? Learn the pros and cons of trade school vs. college including cost, pay, job outlook and more.

What questions do you have about trade school? We want to answer any and every question you may have to get you on track to your dream career as an auto mechanic so send us your questions!