Sponsors Sponsors

We will be introducing our 2012 Sponsors and Scholarship Schools over the next week (March 12).

 

2011 Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills Sponsors

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Contest Manager at autoskills@national.aaa.com or 407-444-7762.
 
PLATINUM

AAA APPROVED AUTO REPAIR NETWORK
The AAA Approved Auto Repair (AAR) program was created in 1975 to help members, and the general motoring public, identify high-quality automotive repair facilities. At present, there are approximately 8,000 approved repair facilities in North America. Repair shops that participate in the AAR program must meet stringent standards, employ ASE or OEM certified technicians, maintain a 90 percent or better customer satisfaction rating, and offer a minimum 12-month/12,000-mile parts and labor warranty. In addition, AAR facilities agree that AAA can investigate any dispute between the repair facility and a member, with the facility being bound by AAA’s decision.
 
For more information, visit the web site at 
 
CHICAGO PNEUMATIC (CP)
Founded over 100 years ago by a guy who saw a need to fill, Chicago Pneumatic has a strong history of constantly looking for new ways to meet your needs, today and tomorrow. Way back in 1889 John W. Duntley realized that construction workers in particular had a need for many tools that weren’t yet available. He founded Chicago Pneumatic Tool Company and set out on a lifelong mission to provide all types of industries and companies the tools necessary for their success.

Over the years Duntley grew the company through product innovation, always insisting on product quality and reliability. The name Chicago Pneumatic became known and appreciated by workers around the world for durable, reliable tools that made tough jobs easier and were designed to meet specific needs.

Today, Chicago Pneumatic is a global brand that offers tools for almost every industry and countless applications. And we’re proud to say Chicago Pneumatic still stands for reliability, durability and customer value.
For more information, visit the web site at
THE HERTZ CORPORATION
Started in 1918, Hertz is the world’s largest general use vehicle rental company with approximately 8,100 locations in more than 147 countries worldwide. Hertz serves the car rental needs of business and leisure travelers, and local and insurance replacement renters. Its fleet features Ford and other fine cars.
 
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NAPA AUTO PARTS
Serving professional customers since 1928. As a true nationwide automotive business, NAPA offers the full resources to assist wholesale customers with today’s challenges and opportunities through a network of over 6,000 NAPA AUTO PARTS stores. NAPA offers parts availability, unequaled service, competitive pricing, inventory management, technical and business training and shop to store connectivity.  Over  422,000 quality parts and accessories for automotive and industrial applications-the most expansive in the industry. More Than Parts Supplying Solutions That Make a Difference
 
For more information, visit the web site at 
 
ROTUNDA (FORD MOTOR COMPANY)
Rotunda has provided the Ford Family of dealers, fleets, training schools, technicians, company garages, and facilities with leading edge technology, competitive pricing and finance options. Rotunda supports your capabilities to service customers’ vehicles with the proper equipment and tools.
 
ROUSH FENWAY RACING
For over twenty-five years, Jack Roush has been committed to performance, having won 31 championships and more than 400 races in drag racing, sports car and stock car racing. Roush Fenway Racing boasts five championships in NASCAR’s top three divisions, and has established itself as a dominant force in the sport.
 
Key to this success has been our world-class sponsorship base which includes such great companies as 3M, UPS, Aflac, Diageo, Ford Motor Company, Cargill, Scotts, Kellogg Company, Subway, Coca-Cola and others. More Fortune 500 companies rely on NASCAR to build their brands and market their products and services than any other sport and no NASCAR team has more Fortune 500 partners than Roush Fenway. Roush Fenway supports these brands with on-track performance and, in turn, fans reward our sponsors with appreciation and loyalty.
 
In 2007, Roush Racing and Fenway Sports Group (owners of the Boston Red Sox) announced a joint venture and the formation of Roush Fenway Racing. This unprecedented relationship brings together two championship organizations that have distinguished track records of success in sports, into a single, powerful team with the resources, expertise and horsepower needed to sustain an elite position in NASCAR. Fenway Sports Group supports Roush Fenway Racing by using their experience, relationships, and large audience base to add value to Roush Fenway's sponsors, and maintain an unsurpassed position among NASCAR teams
Through on and off the track dedication to excellence and commitment to performance for our teams, fans and sponsors, Roush Fenway Racing has and will continue to thrive in the NASCAR garage for many years to come.
 
For more information, visit the web site at
 
SNAP-ON TOOLS
The world’s leading manufacturer of precision hand tools, tool storage cabinets and diagnostic equipment for the professional technician, Snap-on Tools has been the preferred choice of professional technicians for more than 90 years. Snap-on  Tools is an avid supporter of all student programs dedicated to the development of future auto technicians.
 
For more information, visit the web site at
 
SPX
SPX Service Solutions business includes operations that design, manufacture and market a wide range of specialty tools, hand-held
diagnostic systems, service equipment, inspection gauging systems, and technical and training information for OEM and the After-market. SPX Corporation is a global provider of technical products and systems, industrial products and services, flow technology, cooling technologies and services, and service solutions. SPX operates in over 40 countries and has approximately 15,000 employees worldwide.
 
For more information, visit the web site at  (OTC Tools home page),
 
UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE, INC.
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (UTI) is a nationwide provider of technical education training for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians. UTI delivers 27 industry specific programs that involve 17 different OEM alliances throughout its network of 11 campuses. Universal Technical Institute, Inc. offers specialized technical education programs under the banner of several well-known brands, including: Universal Technical Institute (UTI), Motorcycle Mechanics Institute and Marine Mechanics Institute (MMI), and NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI).
 
For more information, visit the web site at 
 
GOLD
 
ASE
Established in 1972, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence was established as a non-profit organization to help improve the quality of automotive service and repair through the voluntary testing and certification of automotive technicians and parts specialists. Today, there are more than 400,000 ASE- certified professionals who work in dealerships, independent shops, service stations, collision repair shops, auto parts stores, fleets, machine shops, schools and colleges throughout the country. Look for the ASE Blue Seal when looking for quality repair and service. ASE: Certifying the Automotive Service Professional.
 
For more information, visit the web site at
 
CDX GLOBAL – JONES & BARTLETT PUBLISHERS
CDX Automotive is an award-winning online interactive automotive training program designed to improve learning outcomes and enhance student achievement. Full of instructional and media-rich content, CDX Automotive engages learners in the principles and applications of automotive education and prepares them for entry-level positions in the automotive service field. CDX is a product of Jones and Bartlett Publishers – a world-leading provider of instructional, assessment and learning-performance management solutions for the post-secondary, career and professional markets.
 
For more information, visit the web site at
 
CTE3
CTE3 is a web based student driven NATEF Performance Tracking Program. It is a unique program that  saves time and increase efficiency for its users. The CTE3 program is a standalone program with no curriculum and without additional software to be downloaded.CTE3 is the only program that tracks students with multiple instructors in multiple classes. The end result is a well organized portfolio that the student can use for employment. In addition, instructors save on countless hours of data entry and collecting papers.
 This program has many more benefits. CTE3 has all of NATEF Automotive, Auto Body, Alternative Fuels & Diesel national standards. In Additional CTE3 can be used to track students as they complete basic automotive skills such as the demonstration of wearing safety glasses, safety procedures and proper use of tools. CTE3 can be integrated in to your existing safety program.
 Currently CTE3 is being used in 5 states, in numerous high schools and college programs. This program was instituted in September of 2010 after a yearlong pilot testing. We have contracted with the same company Ford and other companies use to track and store their data.  Take a test drive today!
 For more information, visit the web site at
FLUKE CORPORATION
A leading manufacturer of compact, professional electronic test tools. Fluke offers a full line of automotive test tools and accessories for comprehensive diagnosis of today’s most complex automotive problems. For additional information on Fluke Corporation, call 1-800-44 FLUKE.
 
For more information, visit the web site at
 
LINCOLN GROUP OF SCHOOLS
From its beginnings as Lincoln Technical Institute in 1946 to its current status as one of the nation’s leading providers of career education and training, Lincoln Educational Services Corporation ("Lincoln") is committed to providing students with the quality, hands-on skills and training they need to succeed in an ever changing employment landscape.
 
By anticipating workplace skill needs and implementing programs to meet those needs, Lincoln schools are able to provide students with valuable career skills and employers with qualified employees. Lincoln also provides custom-designed classes and programs to meet the educational and training needs of corporate and government clients.
 
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation is the parent company of:
 
Lincoln Technical Institute, Lincoln College of Technology, Lincoln College of New England, Lincoln College Online, Lincoln Culinary Institute, Nashville Auto-Diesel College (NADC), and Euphoria Institute of Beauty Arts & Sciences. With a broad geographic reach of 43 campuses in 17 states, Lincoln is poised to achieve its goal of becoming one of the largest providers of postsecondary education in the U.S. Programs include A.S.E. Master Certified Automotive and Truck/Diesel Technologies, as well as Collision Repair & Refinishing, High Performance training, and many more offering both Diplomas and Degrees.
 
For more information, visit the web site at
 
MOTOR MAGAZINE
MOTOR Magazine is a business magazine serving independent repair and service establishments, gasoline service stations and new car dealers.
 
MOTOR Magazine keeps the professional installer up-to-date with technical information on the repair and maintenance of cars and light trucks, domestic and imports. Its how-to editorial approach helps the installers to service and repair old and new vehicles in a rapidly changing industry.
 
For more information, visit the web site at 
 
PENSKE TRUCK RENTAL
Whether you need a moving truck rental for household or truck rental for business use, you will get professional assistance, flexible and convenient reservation options, and customer protection programs. You'll find all your moving truck rentals ready to roll at pickup. More than 3,500 Penske-trained technicians at close to 700 Penske service facilities nationwide put their expertise behind preparing every truck.
 
For more information, visit the web site at
  
TOMORROW’S TECHNICIAN
Tomorrow’s Technician magazine is dedicated to enhancing the experience of today’s automotive students as they prepare to become tomorrow’s automotive service professionals. It reinforces their decision to seek a career in the automotive industry. Eight times throughout the school year, T2 delivers technical information about servicing today’s vehicles. T2 is distributed to 1,000 NATEFcertified schools across the United States. T2 reaches more than 40,000 secondary and post secondary students and educators each issue. Other advertising opportunities with T2 include the Annual Planner Program, Poster Program, and DVD Technical Training Library. Babcox Publicationsoffers integrated communication services for the automotive aftermarket and truck fleet market. These distinctive communication opportunities reach beyond our award-winning magazines, and include Aftermarketnews.com, the industry’s only daily source for news and information about the automotive aftermarket; as well as custom publishing, franchise publishing, one-to-one publishing, research, and list rental. Babcox is accelerating business.
 
For more information, visit the web site at 

 
SILVER
 
CLUB ASSIST
The AAA Battery Service, a mobile testing and repair service, is designed to ensure that members get the most out of their batteries. When a failed battery does need to be replaced, AAA’s mobile service unit can diagnose and fix the problem on the spot. If you suspect your battery is failing, call 800-AAA-HELP or visit AAA.com to request the mobile AAA Battery Service. Battery testing, installation, and recycling service -- wherever you are.
 
For more information, visit the web site at www.clubassist.com
 
FIRESTONE COMPLETE AUTO CARE
Operating since 1926, the FIRESTONE Complete Auto Care Stores
Employ over 9,000 skilled automotive technicians and operate more than 2,200 store locations in the United States, offering motorists a broad range of tires and automotive services. Career opportunities start at the entry level apprentice/technician position and can lead to service, store, and regional management positions. Most locations utilize the PIT CREW program, which is an interactive relationship between students, graduates, parents, school administrators, and company sponsors. This partnership helps to create trained automotive technicians to service current and future customers. Our Mission: “Committed to providing a
Positive Customer Experience…….EVERY TIME!
 
For more information, visit the web site at
 
INGERSOLL RAND
For more than 100 years, professionals have relied on Ingersoll Rand for quality and performance on the toughest jobs. Our advanced engineering and manufacturing have a standard of excellence often copied, but never matched. So, don't settle for less. Count on genuine Ingersoll Rand tools, accessories, and equipment.
 
For more information, visit the web site at 
 
MITCHELL 1
Provides computerized and printed versions of automotive and repair information, plus estimating and shop management programs, for total shop solutions. Mitchell is also helping to train the technicians of the future by providing a series of ASE Test Preparation Guides and automotive training manuals.
 
For more information, visit the web site at 
 
NASHVILLE AUTO DIESEL COLLEGE
Are you looking for hands-on automotive training at a well-respected institution?
Established in 1919, Nashville Auto-Diesel College is committed to the success of its students. The first course offered at the school was auto mechanics. Diesel engine training was added in 1935, and Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology was added to the curriculum in 1946.
 
Since 1946, NADC has been approved for veteran’s training and about 30 states use the school for the training of the disabled through vocational rehabilitation.  You can become part of a 90 year automotive tradition and a student population that includes students from all 50 states and 62 foreign countries. Set in a campus environment, NADC also offers a full service cafeteria, two dormitories and off-campus apartments.
 At Nashville Auto-Diesel College we can help you start your future in the automotive industry, now.
 For more information, visit the web site at 
 
OHIO TECHNICAL COLLEGE
At Ohio Technical College, we offer real training for the real world.
Ohio Technical College is an accredited private, proprietary, postsecondary technical college. If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding career in modern mechanics, we are dedicated to providing the premier training students need. Ohio Technical College is a career college rich in tradition, strong in performance and dedicated to education for employment’s sake.
 When looking for technical or automotive technology schools in Ohio, look for Ohio Technical College and learn about what training for the real world really means. Choose from a wide array of technician training programs in automotive, motorcycle, diesel equipment, collision repair and refinishing, classic car restoration, high performance and racing, alternative fuel vehicles, and power generator systems.
OTC encompasses nearly 800,000 square feet in total area. The training center at our diesel technology school is designed to provide a perfect blend of classroom space and workshop area. Our PowerSport Institute branch campus consists of 207,000 square feet of training space and more than 400 full-size units to work on.
 For more information, visit the web site at 
 WYOTECH
WyoTech is a division of Corinthian Colleges, Inc., one of the largest post-secondary education companies in North America. WyoTech offers degree and diploma programs in the fields of automotive, diesel, collision refinishing, motorcycle, marine technology, as well as construction trades. In addition, WyoTech offers advanced training programs in applied service management; advanced diesel; light duty diesel; advanced automotive diagnostics; street rod and custom fabrication; motorsports chassis fabrication; high performance power trains; and trim and upholstery technology. There are currently six WyoTech campuses located across the United States. 
 
For more information, visit the web site at 
 
BRONZE
 
AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING CENTER
Automotive Training Center (ATC) was founded in Philadelphia, PA in 1917, as part of Spring Garden College. Originally specializing in Automotive Technology, the school has expanded its program offerings to include Hi- Performance, Diesel, Collision Reconditioning and Marine Service Technology. The Automotive and Collision programs are Master Certified by NATEF/ASE. The school is an official training partner of the Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia (ADAGP), Ford Motor Company and Mercury Marine/Mercury University.
 
ATC has two modern campuses located in southeastern Pennsylvania. The school offers day, afternoon and evening classes. Financial Aid is available for those students who qualify. Job Placement assistance is available to all graduates. For additional information, contact the school at 800-411-8031 (Exton) or 877-411-8041 (Warminster)
 
For more information, visit the web site at 
 
CINTAS
Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, promotional products, first aid and safety products, fire protection services and document management services for approximately 800,000 businesses.
For more information, visit the web site at 
 
EPPCO
EPPCO Enterprises Inc. is the nation’s premier manufacturer of automotive accessories and service products. We offer quality products for automotive mechanics and technicians featuring work and mechanic gloves, generic and custom screen printed fender covers, toolbox drawer liners, and hand & nail brushes. We also offer automotive products such as trunk blankets, seat covers and grab and go bags.
 
With superior products and outstanding service, EPPCO is your best choice for auto accessories and products.
 
For more information, visit the web site at 
 
K & N ENGINEERING
K&N Engineering, of Riverside, California, is the inventor and leading innovator of reusable cotton gauze filter technology for automotive applications. From humble beginnings as a family run business over 40 years ago, K&N Engineering, now a truly global company with offices in the U.K. and the Netherlands, continues to exist as a family owned business with an enthusiast mindset and a direct connection with motor sports that carries over throughout all levels of management and manufacturing. 

Today, K&N exists as both the sales and brand leader for performance filters, and maintains a stocking catalogue of over 3,500 part numbers, including an extensive line of both factory replacement drop-in filters, FIPK (Fuel Injection Performance Kit) applications, and its line of innovative Performance Gold oil filters. 
 
For more information, visit the web site at 
 
MEGATECH
Megatech Corporation, a world leader since its inception in 1971, manufactures automotive and diesel training aids, mock-ups and cutaways. Using NATEF standards, Megatech develops turnkey training modules to provide hands-on competency based instruction for the latest technologies.
 
For more information, visit the web site at 
 
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHWESTERN OHIO
The University of Northwestern Ohio is a private, not-for-profit University founded in 1890. Within the university are three colleges: College of Business, College of Technologies, and the College of Distance Learning. The University of Northwestern Ohio is a co-educational institution authorized by the Ohio Board of Regents and the Higher Learning Commission / North Central Association to grant master’s degrees, baccalaureate degrees and associate degrees.
 
Students at UHOH will become critical thinkers, able to develop a frame of reference to assess situations and apply knowledge to predict and evaluate outcomes. Students at UNOH will become communicators, able to communicate thoughts effectively through different forms of written, spoken, and nonverbal messages. Students at UNOH will have the most current technology, from the Medical Administrative Assistants Programs to High Performance Motor Sports classes. Students at UNOH will experience small class sizes taught by knowledgeable faculty with real working experience.
 The University of Northwestern Ohio, located on 180-acre campus in Lima, Ohio, United States, has had students from all 50 states and 16 foreign countries.
 
For more information, visit the web site at