When it comes to vehicle maintenance, ensuring that your exhaust pipe is properly seated is crucial for optimal performance and emissions control. A misaligned exhaust pipe can lead to a host of problems, including increased noise, reduced fuel efficiency, and potential exhaust leaks. This blog will
2024 Smog Check Updates: What Technicians, Station Owners, and Students Need to Know
In 2024, California's Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) is introducing significant changes to the Smog Check Program. These updates will affect technicians, station owners, and students. One major change is the possible phase-out of the BAR-97 system, which has been used to test older vehicles
How to Apply Grease to the Ford Shaft Spline Area: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you own a 2018-2020 Ford Expedition 2WD and have noticed a clunking noise when shifting from reverse to drive or during coast down, you’re not alone. This is a common issue linked to the driveshaft, specifically the spline area. Fortunately, applying grease to the shaft spline can help mitigate
More Women Are Skipping College to Make Six Figures as Electricians, Car Mechanics, and Truck Drivers in Rancho Cucamonga
In Rancho Cucamonga, more women are actively choosing careers in skilled trades like electricians, car mechanics, and truck drivers over traditional college paths. As a result, they are breaking gender norms and earning six-figure incomes. Master Automotive Training proudly supports this shift by
Gearheads, Grease Monkeys, and Future Titans of the Road: Is Automotive Training Your Calling?
Do you hear the symphony of purring engines? Do you feel the thrill of the open road calling your name? Does the thought of diagnosing a complex automotive problem and bringing it back to life spark a fire in your soul? If so, then automotive training might be the perfect career path for
The Key to Success for Automotive Technicians: Why Continuing Education Matters
As technology continues to advance in the automotive industry, the importance of continuing education for automotive technicians cannot be overstated. The complexity of modern cars requires a deep understanding of electronics, computer systems, and advanced materials, making it essential for
How to Become a California Smog Check Technician
Wondering how to become a smog technician? Follow me as I show you in 5 easy steps what it takes to become a smog technician! I know plenty of people have wondered how can I become a smog tech? or What does it take to become a smog tech? I did all the hard work for you, follow along as I take you
The Star Program (AB2289)
It would be recalled that on the 1st of January 2013, the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) made a significant change to the Smog Check Program as a result of the implementation of the AB2289. This policy led to the first major improvements to the Smog Check Program which was yet to undergo