Running from November 3rd to 5th, The Virtual AAPEX Experience features instructor- and exhibitor-led training, product and equipment demos from industry suppliers, the New Product Showcase, and opportunities to connect one-on-one with exhibitors to talk products and conduct business.
To register for the Virtual AAPEX Experience, visit Attendee Registration at: https://www.aapexshow.com/attendee-portal/register/.
Training is geared toward shop owners, technicians and service advisors, although all aftermarket professionals are welcome to attend. Registration is required and can be completed at: www.aapexshow.com/register.
AAPEX WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2020
10:00am – 6:00 pm
AAPEX VIRTUAL BUSINESS MEETINGS
Connect one-on-one with exhibitors to watch demos, explore new products
and technologies, and place orders. Schedule your meetings beginning in early October.
10:30am – 5:30pm
JOE’S GARAGE – SHOP DEMOEach demo 20-30 mins, order to change. Participating companies: 360 Payments; BG Products, Inc.; Bolt On Technology; Bosch; Broadly; Coats; EuroVent; Hunter; Kukui; Michelin; Mitchell 1; NAPA; Shop Boss; TekMetric.
10:30am – 11:30am
EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:
Carquest Technical Institute & Worldpac Technical Institute – Ultrasonic Diagnostic Strategies: Enhance your Senses for a Faster, Safer Diagnostic Direction
Jim Cokonis, CARQUEST TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Ultrasonic tools take sound analysis well beyond the capabilities of a stethoscope or microphone. Allowing us to hear noises outside the range of human hearing, the ability to analyze and pinpoint noise sources is greatly enhanced. This class will explore some of the capabilities for this technology in the automotive shop to provide direction and confirmation of diagnosis and repair.
10:30am – 11:30am
EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:
DRiV/Garage Gurus – Wheel Speed Sensor Testing and Diagnosis
John Dixon, GARAGE GURUS
The ABS system (anti-lock brakes) is the backbone of today’s complex Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). In this webinar we will be discussing one of the primary inputs used on these systems to aid in making split-second decisions centered around the vehicle’s ability to brake.
11:00am – 1:30pm
TRAINER LED SESSION:
ADAS Calibrations and Diagnostics
Level: Advanced
Mike Reynolds, Owner Diagnostician Trainer, MASS
This session covers types of ADAS calibrations and available tooling necessary for performing them. We discuss the benefits and pitfalls of both OEM and aftermarket tooling options. Applying the principals of operation covered in the introduction to ADAS session, we dive into manufacturer specific systems and calibrations. We discuss calibration failures and how to address them using actual case studies from vehicles in the field.
11:00am – 1:30pm
TRAINER LED SESSION:
Breaking the Mold, Getting Out of the Price-Based Model and Into the Value-Based Model
Level: Beginner
Murray Voth, President, RPM TRAINING
This course is about shifting away from the commodity, price-based model that many shops have fallen into and becoming a consultative and service-based business model.
11:00am – 1:30pm
TRAINER LED SESSION:
Essential Diagnostics 1
Level: Intermediate
Eric Ziegler, Owner Tech, EZ DIAGNOSTIC SOLUTIONS INC
This is a critical thinking or logical approach class to address many of the issues that face techs every day; working on systems that are new to them or that they have little or no experience diagnosing. The course is a mix of critical thinking, theory, diagnostic testing methods, tooling and real-world case studies.
11:00am – 1:30pm
TRAINER LED SESSION:
Social Media From Concept to Engagement
Level: Beginner
Sara Fraser, Creative Director, HAAS PERFORMANCE CONSULTING
In this course Sara will take you from beginning to end in the process of having an idea for a social media post, creating the post, scheduling the post, and finally boosting that post to help your engagement increase. We will cover content ideas, how to come up with a plan on what to post and when.
12:00pm – 1:00pm
EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:
NAPA Autotech – GM: Smart Charging System Diagnostics
1:00pm – 5:00pm
EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:
Bolt On University – Fast Track Your Shop’s Success
John Burkhauser, Director Of Education, Bolt On Technology
During this abbreviated Bolt On University course, you will see how many of the best practices that are proven to lead to the success of a shop, can be automated by digital technology leading to an improved bottom line. The information during this session, though focused on the Bolt On solutions, is a must for any shop owner who struggles with the day to day roadblocks to a great service process.
1:30pm – 2:00pm
5:30pm – 6:00pm
Session Recap
1:30pm – 2:30pm
EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:
DRiV/Garage Gurus – Diagnostic Alignment Angles Explained
Dave Cerveny, GARAGE GURUS
In this webinar we discuss the importance in understanding critical wheel alignment angles and how they can impact the steering performance and handling of your customer’s vehicle.
2:00pm – 3:00pm
EVENT:
Government Advocacy
3:00pm – 3:30pm
EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:
Bosch – Safety and The New Equipment Standards to Look For
Justin Fisette, Senior Product Manager, ROBERT BOSCH LLC
Dive into the new American Society of Mechanical Engineers’ 2019 safety standards for Portable Automotive Safety Equipment, PASE-2019. This session will walk through the 5 criteria outlined for service jacks and 2 for jack stands, designed to keep technicians and shop owners safe.
3:00pm – 5:30pm
TRAINER LED SESSION:
Creating a Business Culture That Employees Embrace
Level: Intermediate
Bill Haas, President, HAAS PERFORMANCE CONSULTING, and Sara Fraser,
Creative Director, HAAS PERFORMANCE CONSULTING
Business is different than it was twenty years ago, even five years ago. Employees have different expectations from their jobs and employers. Bill Haas and Sara Fraser will walk you through what employees are looking for and how you can create and shape an environment that breeds success.
3:00pm – 5:30pm
TRAINER LED SESSION:
Essential Diagnostic Steps: Part II
Level: Advanced
Eric Ziegler, Owner Tech, EZ DIAGNOSTIC SOLUTIONS INC
This course is a continuation of Essential Diagnostic Steps: Part I. The same “logic based” diagnostic decision-making process will be followed but with more advanced testing techniques.
3:00pm – 5:30pm
TRAINER LED SESSION:
Next Generation Diagnostic Sales Skills
Level: Intermediate
Jeremy Oneal, ADVISORFIX
The cars of tomorrow are coming, but what about the cars we have to diagnose today? The technological advancements on the road today can turn a simple repair into a diagnostic nightmare. Learn how to build a profitable diagnostic pricing strategy tailor-made for your shop and demographics.
3:30pm – 4:00pm
EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:
Bosch – A/C service: Understanding New Refrigerant Systems & Techniques
Duane Doc Watson, Technical Trainer, ROBERT BOSCH LLC
Attendees of this session will learn the differences between R-134a and R-1234yf systems, including changes in A/C service and recovery machine operation; understand and diagnose the operation of new electronic variable displacement compressors, used on newer vehicles to reduce engine load and increase fuel economy, and more.
4:30pm – 5:30pm
EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:
Autel – Using a Good Vehicle Inspection Process to Document Suggested and Required Repairs for the Consumer
Michael Flink, Commercial Sales Manager Trainer North America, AUTEL US INC
Learn the elements to include in a pre-repair inspection. What to look for when writing up the initial repair order to note possible issues. We will go over elements of the inspection to tie to repairs and which to use for suggesting needed maintenance. Finally, how to use a post repair report to document what was done.
Register for The AAPEX Experience
To register for the Virtual AAPEX Experience, visit Attendee Registration at: https://www.aapexshow.com/attendee-portal/register/.
Training is geared toward shop owners, technicians and service advisors, although all aftermarket professionals are welcome to attend. Registration is required and can be completed at: www.aapexshow.com/register.
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