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.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2020

10:00am – 6:00pm

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 – 11:30am
EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:

Carquest Technical Institute & Worldpac Technical Institute – Diagnosing Difficult Fuel & Oil Deposit Related Drivability Concerns
Diagnosing the TOUGH Ones. This class looks at how fuel and oil depositing (Carbon) plays a MAJOR role in getting the diagnosis RIGHT THE FIRST TIME on modern close tolerance, fast-fuel control GDI vehicles. This is an eye-opening mini- class for techs, advisors and shop owners alike.

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:

DRiV/Garage Gurus – Catalytic Converter Efficiency DTC’s (P0420/P0430) and Diagnosis

Drew Jablonowski, GARAGE GURUS

In this webinar we will be discussing the most critical emission’s component on the vehicle, the Catalytic Converter. This component has changed considerably over the years, yet the function remains the same.

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11:00am – 1:30pm

TRAINER LED SESSION:

How to Attract Top Talent

Level: Intermediate

Rick White, President, 180BIZ

Our experience shows that it takes an average of seven months to replace a great tech and we see that number only growing. Waiting for someone to leave to recruit for their replacement gets you “Mr. Right Now” in desperation instead of “Mr. Right.” Like Apple and Google, you need the best talent banging down your door every day. This class teaches you how to become your own Talent Magnet and get exactly that.

11:00am – 1:30pm

TRAINER LED SESSION:

Introduction to Going Multi-Location, Part 1

Level: Intermediate

Greg Bunch, Owner, ASPEN AUTO CLINIC

Key takeaways for this class: Tools needed to begin the journey of becoming a successful multi-location shop owner; evaluate your current situation so that you can build a solid foundation to build upon; discover the critical steps you’ll need to take when approaching potential growth scenarios by evaluating the pros and cons of possible opportunities; and more.

11:00am – 1:30pm

TRAINER LED SESSION:

Push Button Ignition Diagnostics

Level: Intermediate

John Thornton, President, AUTOTRAIN INC

This class will assist technicians in developing a diagnostic routine for handling the common complaint of “I press the ignition start push button and nothing happens.”

Wireless communication, Immobilizer, Steering Lock and ACC/Run/Crank Relay Control are the main topics to be covered.

12:00pm – 1:00pm

EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:

NAPA Autotech – Modern Turbo Charger Controls: Wastegates

12:00pm – 1:00pm
EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:
Hunter Engineering – Wheel Alignment & ADAS
Dave Fox, Senior Instructor, HUNTER ENGINEERING COMPANY
An overview of ADAS systems and the effect of wheel alignment on advanced driver assistance systems.

1:30pm – 2:00pm

5:30pm – 6:00pm

Session Recap

EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:

1:30pm – 2:30pm

DRiV/Garage Gurus – Top 5 Misfire Diagnostics

Drew Jablonowski, GARAGE GURUS

In this webinar we will discuss 5 effective test methods that are used to pinpoint the root cause of an Engine Misfire. As we go through this topic we will show pre-recorded live diagnostic segments taken from under the hood on a problem vehicle. Together, we will uncover the cause of the Misfire using testing methods explained throughout this webinar.

2:00pm – 2:30pm

EVENT:

AAPEX Service Awards

3:00pm – 4:00pm

EXHIBITOR TRAINING SESSION:

Bosch – Are You Using Your Diagnostic Scan Tools and Accessories to Their Full Ability? You Might be Able to do More Than You Think!

Duane Doc Watson, Technical Trainer, ROBERT BOSCH LLC

The right diagnostic scan tool can do more for you than just read codes and run tests. In this session, Doc Watson, Bosch’s technician trainer, shows you how to get the most out of a scan tool using things like repair information, common diagnostic accessories and OE vehicle reprogramming.

3:00pm – 5:30pm

TRAINER LED SESSION:

Extreme Communication

Level: Intermediate

Maylan Newton, CEO, EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS INSTITUTE

Maylan will discuss having those conversations you dread with employees, partners, vendors and family members although these conversations need to take place most of us avoid them! Gain some news tools to help you deal with these difficult conversations, turn confrontations into conversations that improve your business and lower your stress, and make you a better leader.

3:00pm – 5:30pm

TRAINER LED SESSION:

In Cylinder Pressure Transducer Diagnostics

Level: Intermediate

John Thornton, President, AUTOTRAIN INC

This class explains how an in cylinder pressure transducer (electronic compression gauge) is used to diagnose engine mechanical problems. This is the most efficient method to diagnose engine mechanical issues. Four (4) area will be covered: exhaust path restrictions, intake path restrictions, cam timing issues and valve leakage.

3:00pm – 5:30pm

TRAINER LED SESSION:

Introduction to Going Multi-Location, Part 2

Level: Intermediate

Greg Bunch, Owner, ASPEN AUTO CLINIC

Part 2 of “Introduction to Going Multi-Location Parts 1 & 2” training class. Description provided above.