Careers in Automotive Technology

  Tech A says that newer vehicles require less maintenance compared to older vehicles. Tech B says that service intervals for an older vehicle can be extended if new oils are used. Who is correct?  

• Tech A
• Tech B
• Both A and B
• Neither A nor B

Tech A says that Henry Ford is credited with the invention of the automobile. Tech B says that Carl Benz is credited with the invention of the automobile. Who is correct?  

• Tech A
• Tech B  
•  Both A and B
• Neither A nor B

  Tech A says that the production of vehicles today requires a mix of robotic and human assembly to be profitable. Tech B says that most parts on a car are preassembled before they reach the assembly line for higher assembly numbers per day. Who is correct?  

• Tech A
• Tech B
• Both A and B
• Neither A nor B

Tech A says that the automotive industry is highly technical and only a certain few people will find jobs. Tech B says the automotive industry is wide open with job opportunities for almost every level of skill. Who is correct?   a.   b.   c.  d.

• Tech A
• Tech B
• Both A and B  
• Neither A nor B

  Tech A says that a technician can specialize in different areas based on his or her interest and ability. Tech B says that when a technician specializes in a certain area, he or she will only work on certain vehicle models. Who is correct?   a.  b.    c.   d.

• Tech A  
• Tech B
• Both A and B
• Neither A nor B

Tech A says that the foreman is the frontline contact for customer relations. Tech B says that the service consultant is the frontline contact for customer relations. Who is correct?   a.    b.    c.   d.

• Tech A
• Tech B
• Both A and B
• Neither A nor B

Tech A says that dealership technicians generally have access to manufacturers’ training to help prepare them as technicians. Tech B says that an independent shop works on a wide variety of equipment that requires a broad skill level in technicians. Who is correct?   a.   b.   c.   d.

• Tech A
• Tech B
• Both A and B
• Neither A nor B

Tech A says that the maintenance requirements of a vehicle have not changed since the creation of the automobile. Tech B says that manufacturers are predicting 25,000-mile (40,000-km) intervals. Who is correct?  

• Tech A
• Tech B
• Both A and B
• Neither A nor B

Tech A says that a technician can progress to different jobs within the industry. Tech B says that careers in the automotive industry include new car assembly lines. Who is correct?   a.   b.    c.    d.

• Tech A
• Tech B
• Both A and B
• Neither A nor B