Affinia Group to Award $36,000 in Scholarships to Universal Technical Institute Students

Main Navigation

Advertisement
Social Connect
Resources
Our Brand Family
Techshop Magazine
The automotive industry’s knowledge base for equipment, tools and supplies
Legacy Content

Affinia Group to Award $36,000 in Scholarships to Universal Technical Institute Students

Affinia Group Inc. will award $36,000 in scholarships to students at Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (UTI), a nationwide provider of technical training for automotive, diesel and collision repair technicians.

TechShop Staff Writers
By TechShop Staff Writers
Published:

Affinia Group Inc. will award $36,000 in scholarships to students at Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (UTI), a nationwide provider of technical training for automotive, diesel and collision repair technicians.

Related Articles

Eighteen tuition scholarships, valued at $2,000 each, will be awarded to students attending one of the company’s automotive or diesel campuses in Mooresville, NC; Phoenix; Sacramento; Orlando; Houston; Glendale Heights, IL; Rancho Cucamonga, CA; Exton, PA; and Norwood, MA.

“There is a growing need in the United States for well-trained automotive, diesel and collision repair technicians,” said Jeff Stauffer, senior vice president of global group marketing, Affinia. “UTI and NTI are leaders in this field, and we are pleased to offer our support to students who have expressed a commitment to excel in this industry.”

Affinia is one of the largest aftermarket supporters of UTI and NTI, lending financial and product support for various teaching programs. Affinia provides products and technical expertise for its industry-leading brands, including WIX filters, Raybestos brand brakes and Spicer chassis components.

“Support from an industry leader like Affinia is vital to the success of our programs, ensuring that our students have access to the latest technology and to experts in vehicle systems,” said Kimberly J. McWaters, president and CEO of UTI. “This new scholarship program offers support to our students beyond the classroom because we know that everyone needs a little help when pursuing their dreams.”

For more information on the Universal Technical Institute, visit uticorp.com.

For more information on the Affinia Group, visit affiniagroup.com.

You May Also Like

Features

Several States Declare April As ‘Car Care Month’

Several governors across the country have declared April as Car Care Month in their respective states, urging their residents to be car care aware and perform the service necessary to ensure their vehicles are operating in a safe, efficient and clean manner.

TechShop Staff Writers
By TechShop Staff Writers
Published:

Several governors across the country have declared April as Car Care Month in their respective states, urging their residents to be car care aware and perform the service necessary to ensure their vehicles are operating in a safe, efficient and clean manner.
The following governors have issued official state proclamations that April is Car Care Month: Gov. Robert Bentley of Alabama, Gov. John Hickenlooper of Colorado, Gov. Pat Quinn of Illinois, Gov. Rick Snyder of Michigan, Gov. Susana Martinez of New Mexico, Gov. John A. Kitzhaber, M.D. of Oregon, Gov. Nikki R. Haley of South Carolina, Gov. Bill Haslam of Tennessee, Gov. Peter Shumlin of Vermont and Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin of West Virginia.
“We want to thank these governors for officially proclaiming April as Car Care Month,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “Car Care Month provides a unique opportunity for the auto care industry and the government to educate car owners on the importance of proper vehicle care. Motor vehicle safety continues to be a major focus for state legislatures and regulatory agencies across the country, so we commend each of the governors for making these important proclamations.”
Spring is the perfect time for motorists to make sure their vehicles are running reliably after a rough winter and before the summer driving season begins. Many independent repair shops and community organizations throughout the country will conduct car care events during April. These events have revealed that three out of four vehicles inspected are in need of some type of maintenance or repair.
The non-profit Car Care Council offers many free tools on its website to help consumers drive smart, save money and be more environmentally friendly, including the popular 60-page Car Care Guide and a custom service schedule and email reminder service.
“By following a service schedule and performing preventative vehicle maintenance, motorists can ensure that their vehicles are safe and dependable. Plus, auto care can help save money in many ways, including reducing fuel consumption and extending vehicle life,” continued White. “We encourage all car owners across the country to get their vehicles inspected this April.”

Read Full Article

More Legacy Content Posts
Intake Manifold Gaskets: A Service Rundown

Back in the days when most

By Larry Carley
Monroe “Quick Rewards” Program Offers Incentives For Sales Of Monroe Quick-Strut Assemblies

Tenneco’s Monroe brand will offer an incentive to counterpeople for the sale of popular, ready-to-install Monroe Quick-Strut premium replacement assemblies. The Monroe “Quick Rewards” scorecard promotion – available for sales between April 1 and May 31, 2014 – will reward participants with a $10 prepaid card for each pair of qualifying Monroe Quick-Strut units sold.

By TechShop Staff Writers
Three AGM, Gel Cell Battery Myths

Chances are if the battery is not under the hood, it is an absorbent glass mat (AGM) or gel cell battery. These batteries pack a lot of power for their size and weight, which allows manufacturers to shave off a few pounds from the vehicle. That’s a big ­reason why they are being found more and more on late-model vehicles. Here are three AGM/gel cell myths.

By Andrew Markel
10 Toughest Cabin Air Filter Jobs

There are still many late model vehicles that are not easy to service, and they require a significant amount of disassembly to gain access to the filter. For your shop, this is billable labor. Here are the 10 toughest jobs according to the editors of Underhood Service.

By Andrew Markel

Other Posts

Utilizing Technology In the Service Garage

Shops that use technology effectively will increase customer service and improve internal processes to boost satisfaction.

By TechShop Staff Writers
PLZ Aeroscience Acquires Champion Brands to Expand Full-Service Automotive Capabilities

With this acquisition, PLZ expands its full-service automotive and industrial offerings, positioning the company to better serve its customers with a comprehensive suite of aerosol and non-aerosol products.

By TechShop Staff Writers
CarMD Marks 10 Years of Check Engine Light Repair Trends

A decade of diagnostic data from more than 41 million unique vehicles.

By TechShop Staff Writers
Mitchell 1 Enhances Wiring Diagrams in Latest ProDemand Software Release

Mitchell 1 announces the latest release of ProDemand repair information software includes enhanced wiring diagrams featuring intelligent navigation that takes users directly to the specific component diagram — with the related wires automatically highlighted.

By TechShop Staff Writers