Category Archives: Automotive Technology

Compared to traditional cars, self-driving vehicles have numerous benefits. In addition to the convenience, they are also less expensive, reliable, and less likely to get into accidents. Reduced Accidents Whether or not you are for or against driverless cars, you will probably have to agree that they can reduce accidents. According to one report, driverless […]

Distraction-Free Driving A recent study by AAA and the University of Michigan found that driving with voice-activated phone systems can cause drivers to become distracted. The researchers looked at the performance of three different phone systems and 10 different car models. They rated the systems using a five-point scale. A category one distraction equals listening […]

If you are passionate about cars and are looking for a career that will allow you to work with your hands, you should consider pursuing a degree in automotive technology. Careers in the field range from service technician to body and glass repairer and from salesperson to mechanical engineer. In general, on-the-job training plays a […]

Automotive technology is constantly changing. As a result, there are many job opportunities for trained mechanics. Some of these positions can be found in major car manufacturing companies like General Motors (makers of the Buick and Chevrolet brands), Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Other positions can be found in independent, small specialty automotive shops or consumer-grade […]