Last July , I shared the news about ATRA moving to san Antonio, Texas. Actually, and more specifically, China Grove. Never heard of it? Sure you have. It’s...
January/February - 2022
A manual transmission is one of the most efficient ways to get power to the ground from an engine. With the simplicity of selectable gear reduction and the...
One of the most frustrating things about repairing vehicles is when you receive a call regarding that small puddle/spot of oil, fluid, or antifreeze the owner...
When diagnosing transmission issues, there are multiple paths a technician can take to determine the fault. As technicians, we hopefully have an arsenal of...
Up Your Business is an exclusive GEARS Magazine feature where I share stories, insights, and reflections about business and life.
Is it just me, or are you...
As a student in 2004, I studied Brazilian economics in Brazil, Salvador da Bahia, while also experiencing one of the world’s most dynamic festivals...
Last year, I moved from Thousand Oaks, California to Austin, Texas. Of course, Austin is the home of the University of Texas. The school’s Brand Identity is...
In the last issue of GEARS, I talked to three students about their experience with the automotive industry and what ATRA can do to help them with a career...
Most transmission shop owners got their start in the technical end of the business, and somewhere along the line, they decided to transition into shop...