Author Archives: ATC

How to Have a Faster Boat

Boating enthusiasts love maximizing the power in their boats. There’s nothing like the feeling of pushing that throttle all the way forward and letting your vessel rip through the water. And even if you don’t have a power or speedboat, there are still a number of ways you can make your boat faster. Optimizing the […]

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Boat Painting

Since summer is quickly approaching, now is a great time to give your boat a new coat of paint. A fresh paint job gives your boat an updated appearance. And if you don’t want to spend money on hiring someone to paint your boat, you can complete this project yourself. If you’re looking to give […]

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How Auto Techs Fix Collision Damage

Collision reconditioning technology is an exciting career path for aspiring automotive technicians. As long as there are cars on the road, accidents are bound to occur, making work for collision technicians both stable and diverse because no two collisions are alike. While the world of collisions is ever changing, there are some things that are […]

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Formula 1 Boat Racing Engines

Do you love the world of Formula 1 Power Boat racing? There’s something about watching these aerodynamic boats as they seemingly fly across the water while still being able to turn on a dime. These boats’ amazing feats of speed and handling on the water aren’t easy to achieve, and for marine and boating enthusiasts, […]

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Marine Technology Industry Careers

The marine technology career field is an exciting industry. With a degree from a marine mechanic school program, you can apply your passion for boats and other water vessels to far more than just working on engines. At Automotive Training Center, you’ll receive the education and background necessary to understand how watercraft, their engines, and related systems […]

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Assessing Collision Damage

Collision repair technicians must diligently inspect vehicles following a wide variety of potential accidents that can cause a range of repair needs. The technicians are directly responsible for determining what has been damaged and what repairs are needed to restore the vehicle to a drivable state. But how exactly can collision technicians make such determinations? […]

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Hiring Automotive Technicians

Once you’ve completed your automotive training, you’ll be looking for jobs in the industry to apply for and start your career as an automotive technician. But getting hired can be easier said than done. To prepare you for interviews and meetings with prospective employers, the Automotive Training Center is here to give you some advice. […]

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Snow Tires vs All-Terrain Tires

During the winter, the Philadelphia, Warminster, and Exton areas experience snow, freezing temperatures, and less-than-ideal road conditions. To safely handle these seasonal hazards, you should equip your vehicle with the proper tires. But which tires are better: all-terrain or snow? Both types are designed for improved functionality compared with standard tires, but they’re significantly different […]

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Direct Injection Engines

You may have noticed that some manufacturers have been advertising the engines in their newer vehicles as extra fuel efficient thanks to direct injection technology. Since using such technology is becoming a standard in the automotive industry, it’s important for aspiring automotive technicians to understand how direct injection technology works. Defining Direct Injection Direct injection […]

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Off-Road SUV Prep

Driving on off-road courses can be a lot of fun. These courses are expertly designed for thrilling, fun rides in your off-road vehicle. But your stock SUV isn’t built for some of these off-roading courses. To prepare your SUV for an off-road course, you’ll have to perform some substantial modifications*. Find out what needs to […]

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