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UTI Expands Cummins Diesel Training

Here is a good article relating to diesel mechanics from Truckinginfo.com. The Universal Technical Institute, one of the most highly regarded technician training programs around, recently announced that it is expanding its training program for the latest Cummins technologies.

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Cummins, UTI Expand Diesel Technician Program

What to Consider Before Pursuing Mechanic Training

Lots of people that come to MechanicTraining.org are looking for information not only on the types of mechanic jobs that are available, but also what school and training opportunities are out there for them. The process of looking for the technical school that is right for you can be a bit overwhelming, so hopefully this article can help you out a bit. One of the first things that you should consider is what type of mechanic you would like to be. There are a lot of options available to you including automotive, small engine and diesel, just to name a few. When thinking about this, you should consider the potential salary each type of mechanic can make, along with the job opportunities that exist as well. Once you have that figured out, you can start looking at the list of schools that offer training and degrees in that specialty.

The next thing to consider is the location where you would like to go to school. Chances are, there are some schools offering mechanic training near where you live. However, if you have the means, technical school can give you the opportunity to see another part of the country that you may not have visited before, so you might want to consider that as well. One final point to consider is whether the location of the school is within or near a good job market for the type of mechanic you want to be. While these can be somewhat unpredictable, it is a point you should certainly take into account.

One final thing that must be considered is cost. Different technical schools have very different tuition and expenses, so it is important to have a full understanding of all the costs involved when making your decision. You may be eligible for financial assistance, so if you need help paying for school, make sure to do some research on scholarship and financial aid opportunities that exist for you. That can sometimes be the difference in whether or not you can pursue your dreams of attending mechanic school.

A Day’s Work: Auto Mechanic Solves Car Troubles

Below is a great article we found about a gentleman who has been in the auto mechanic business since 2001, but involved with cars for much longer. Our favorite quote: “I love diagnosing and putting things back together. You really have to listen to the customer too, because they give you clues when they describe the issues the car is having.”

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A DAY’S WORK: Shore Mechanic Solves Car Troubles

Great article on an auto mechanic entrepreneur

This is an outstanding article on David Borst, a local auto mechanic who has been working on cars for a number of years. At the age of 31, he finally decided to open his own shop, which is a dream come true for many people in mechanic careers. The training information that we offer on MechanicTraining.org can give you the nuts and bolts of where to get training, but it is always nice to hear about stories like this. Guys who know their stuff and just hustle. We love it.

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Ready to be his own boss: Angry Owl Auto repair shop opens in Jordan

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