As time flies, so do the needs of the industry and the projects for the ATRA team. Most recently, we’ve worked on providing training for students at technical schools through...
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transmission rebuilder's association in the world
As time flies, so do the needs of the industry and the projects for the ATRA team. Most recently, we’ve worked on providing training for students at technical schools through...
The 8F35 is an 8-speed front-wheel-drive unit from Ford in light-duty applications. Ford Edge and the Transit Connect equipped with the 2.0L GTDI engine are just two examples. This...
One of the things I’ve always enjoyed about rebuilding transmissions is the required attention to detail. All the mistakes that can be made and all the little things that can be...
This week, I spent time in 15 different shops in the Atlanta area. Without exception, the shops were packed with work, and the mix of vehicle/transmission types that were in for repair...
Electronic components inside today’s transmissions have captivated us when considering parts to service and replace on a rebuild. Since computer strategy plays such an intrusive role...
Today’s vehicles are more efficient than we’ve ever seen. They are so efficient that most engines idling in an enclosed area for an extended time only produce enough deadly carbon...
Up Your Business is an exclusive GEARS Magazine feature in which I share stories, insights, and reflections about business and life challenges.
At this year’s Powertrain Expo, I’m...
I recently had a conversation with my brother-in-law about the current real estate market. He is interested in becoming a real estate broker and is uncertain about the market’s...
If it’s correct to refer to cyberspace as a place, the internet is a wonderful place. It’s filled with information, funny videos with cats jumping on aluminum foil, and bizarre...