F.R.E.D. Takes the Wheel (ADAS) [Quick Quiz]

June 30, 2021

How much do you know about Advanced Driver Assistance Systems? Take the quiz and find out.

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Back Up Sensors [Tech Tip]

In this Tech Tip from LBT-396 F.R.E.D. Takes the Wheel, instructor Dave Hobbs covers what you need to know about back-up sensors.

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NHRA Announced A New Electric Vehicle Racing Class – EV Tour Blog

June 26, 2021

June 25, 2021 – Norwalk, OH Electric cars are coming. Well, electric cars are here. You petrol-heads may laugh and point when the neighbor’s Prius drives by silently, or scoff […]

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Hybrid Training Tool at the NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Nationals

June 21, 2021

June 21, 2021 – Norwalk, OH This past weekend some of AVI’s staff traveled from Ft. Myers, FL up to Norwalk, OH for the NHRA Summit Racing Equipment Nationals a […]

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LBT-396 F.R.E.D. Takes the Wheel (ADAS)

June 16, 2021

JOIN US LIVE JULY 16 @ 12:00-1:00 PM EST FOR THIS PREMIERE LIVE EVENT!  Instructor Dave Hobbs will cover Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). Dave will hold a Q&A session […]

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The Key to Security System Diagnostics [Quick Quiz]

June 2, 2021

How much do you know about Security System Diagnostics? Take the quiz and find out.

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Proximity Sensor Issues & Testing [Tech Tip]

May 28, 2021

In this tech tip John Forro explains how proximity sensors work and communicate with the vehicle. John also covers insightful testing strategies to check for proximity signals and test if […]

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GM PK3 Systems & Parasitic Draw [Tech Tip]

In this tech tip from the AVI course “The Key to Security System Diagnostics”, John Forro explains reprogramming the theft module and covers things to keep in mind with the […]

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Your KEY to Success Sweepstakes!

May 26, 2021

Join us for this Live Premiere! Immediately following the premiere of this brand new course there will be a live Q&A session with John Forro.  In this course, instructor John […]

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Service Advisor Coaching Program | Moving Parts Blog

May 21, 2021

May 20, 2021 – Morgantown, WV We’ve touched base in the past, albeit briefly, on one of AVI’s newest education programs that we label “coaching” in both name and content. […]

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Dealing with Staff Shortages [Tech Tip]

May 11, 2021

In this tech tip from “Avoiding Pitfalls- Tips for Enhancing The Service Experience”, Frank Leutz explains some ways Service Advisors can deal with the reality of staff shortage issues encountered […]

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New Hybrid Training Tool Close To Completion

May 7, 2021

May 7, 2021 – Morgantown, WV So John Forro, master fabricator and pretty nice guy, is close to the finish line on the new Prius build for our client in […]

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Duramax Diesel Coaching Program

May 6, 2021

Diesel – Duramax  This course will consist of six (6) weekly zoom meetings with our registered attendees. They will be held on Zoom.  There will be an online orientation and […]

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Scan Tool Louver Testing [Tech Tip]

May 4, 2021

In this tech tip from the AVI course “Computer Controlled Cooling Systems”, Dave Hobbs explains the many capabilities of scan tool louver testing. Dave shows some the unique capabilities when […]

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Old School Thermostat Testing [Tech Tip]

In this tech tip from the AVI course “Computer Controlled Cooling Systems”, Dave Hobbs shows an old school method for thermostat testing. Dave uses a Mahle MAP type thermostat to […]

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Computer Controlled Cooling Systems [Quick Quiz]

How much do you know about Computer Controlled Cooling Systems Advanced System Testing? Take the quiz and find out.

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Moving Parts – AVI Staff Travels to “AVI North”

April 29, 2021

April 27, 2021 – Morgantown, WV I’ve spoken in the past about the great staff at AVI, who can really produce excellent products and still be a fun group to […]

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LBT-413 Computer Controlled Cooling Systems

April 28, 2021

JOIN US MAY 12 @ 12:00-1:00 PM EDT FOR THIS PREMIER LIVE EVENT!  Instructor Dave Hobbs will cover what you need to know about computer controlled cooling systems. Dave will hold […]

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Legendary Automotive Cutaway Hybrid Training Review & Testimonial [WATCH]

April 21, 2021

April 21, 2021 – Morgantown, WV Semi-regular readers of this blog probably have a good idea that the folks here at The Group Training Academy and Automotive Video Innovations try […]

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New Hybrid Training Tool Build – Behind The Scenes

April 14, 2021

April 14, 2021 – Morgantown, WV Most of the car folks at AVI like a specific category of vehicle. As mentioned before, Tom Rayk likes trucks, especially those of the […]

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Interview With AVI Instructor Chris Womock

April 13, 2021

April 12, 2021 – Morgantown, WV AVI is branching out, and a lot of this growth has happened relatively recently. Not only is AVI and TGTA moving heavily into expanding […]

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“AVI’s Northern Technical Center Completed”

April 6, 2021

April 5, 2021 – Morgantown, WV The AVI Technical Center in Norton, Ohio, has been completed and is open for business. That is a small sentence that describes a giant […]

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Mode 6 Continuous Reading [Tech Tip]

April 1, 2021

In this tech tip from the AVI course “Advanced System Testing Strategies”, John Forro explains Mode 6 reading and and how to interpret the data relayed from the tool about […]

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Skewed Load Sensor [Tech Tip]

In this tech tip from the AVI course “Advanced System Testing Strategies”, John breaks down different diagnostic tools and explains useful tips for technicians to use in the shop. Join […]

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Diagnostic Paths Made Easy [Tech Tip]

In this tech tip from the AVI course “Advanced System Testing Strategies”, John discusses the different types of tools that will make your vehicle diagnostics easier.

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Advanced System Testing Strategies [Quick Quiz]

How much do you know about Advanced System Testing? Take the quiz and find out.

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Advanced System Testing Strategies – Q&A Event

JOIN US LIVE APRIL 14 @ 12:00-1:00 PM EDT FOR THIS PREMIER LIVE EVENT!  AVI Instructor John Forro will teach you all about advanced system testing strategies. John will hold […]

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“Training Day in Fort Myers” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 27, 2021

March 27, 2021 –  Fort Myers, Florida Training day in Fort Myers. I could not attend the training as I flew the unfriendly skies back to Morgantown (three legs and […]

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“The Boys Are Back In Town” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 26, 2021

March 26, 2021 – Fort Myers, Florida Florida is a friendly state. Fort Myers is a lovely town. Before starting to work for AVI, I categorized Florida somewhat stereotypically as […]

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“Dorman Facility Tour” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 25, 2021

March 24, 2021 – Fort Myers, Florida This day went better than the previous day. No surprises. No Moving Parts. No tire failures and somewhat scheduled meals. We started with […]

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Advanced 6.7 Power Stroke Professional Diesel Training [Tech Tip]

March 24, 2021

In this tech tip sample video from the AVI Diesel Coaching Program, AVI instructor Tom Rayk shows the course students the diesel engine LIVE. NOT your typical Zoom Powerpoint. This […]

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“The Drive Back South” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 23, 2021

March 23, 2021 – Sanford, NC If I’ve learned anything during my relatively short tenure at AVI, it would be not to be surprised by changes. One of Paul Louwers’ […]

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“Preparing For The Final Drive Home” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 22, 2021

March 22, 2021 – Morgantown, WV So, we’re preparing for the last stop on this leg of AVI and The Group Training Academy’s training tour, and I must say things […]

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“6.7 Advanced Diesel Coaching Program” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 19, 2021

March 19, 2021 – Morgantown, WV Tom loves trucks. I’m, of course, referring to Tom Rayk, instructor extraordinaire and head guru of AVI’s diesel training division. I’ve never been to […]

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“Headed To Ft. Myers, Florida” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 18, 2021

March 18, 2021 – Morgantown, WV Surprisingly, this first roadshow is almost over. For logistical reasons, we’ve had to push back a couple of dates in the south, and therefore […]

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