Moving Parts – AVI Staff Travels to “AVI North”

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

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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Computer Controlled Cooling Systems

Computer Controlled Cooling Systems

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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Nissens Chemicals in the A/C Oil and How Do They Affect the A/C Performance

Nissens Chemicals in the A/C Oil and How Do They Affect the A/C Performance

April 26, 2021

Over the years due to the downsizing of the AC systems (fuel efficiency). The chemical side of the Automotive Industry AC has become crucial to a fully functioning AC system. […]

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Nissens Electronically Controlled Compressors Functionality and Issues

Nissens Electronically Controlled Compressors Functionality and Issues

When looking at the development of compressors over the last 20 years. The ECV (Electronically Controlled Compressor) has had the biggest impact on the industry. It was a brand new […]

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SMP Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) Systems

SMP Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) Systems

Diagnostic Strategies will cover the best method to increase the odds for accurate diagnosis and proper repair the first time. The strategies this class will illustrate are commonly used by […]

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Legendary Automotive Cutaway Hybrid Training Review & Testimonial [WATCH]

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

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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“AVI’s Northern Technical Center Completed”

“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]

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]

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]

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]

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

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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Advanced System Testing Strategies

Advanced System Testing Strategies

March 31, 2021

This course, Advanced System Testing Strategies, brings the experience and expertise of ASE Master Technician John Forro to an analytical approach to vehicle diagnostics. There are many pathways a technician […]

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

“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

“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

“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]

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

“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

“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

“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

“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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“14 Live Training Classes Coming Soon” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

“14 Live Training Classes Coming Soon” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 17, 2021

March 17, 2021 – Morgantown, WV In going through the participant reviews we’ve received from our first training tour, we have compiled a list of topics students are requesting from […]

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“New Cut Away Hybrid In Development” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

“New Cut Away Hybrid In Development” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 16, 2021

March 16, 2021 – Morgantown, WV The centerpiece of TGTA’s EV training tour is obvious… well, outside of “the Talent,” that is. I’m talking about TGTA’s Prius hybrid cutaway trainer. […]

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Live Interactive Technician Coaching Program

Live Interactive Technician Coaching Program

March 15, 2021

Learn About Our Virtual Coaching Sessions Today! AVI’s Technician Coaching Program provides an online interactive training classroom where you can interact with the instructor as a group, allowing students to […]

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“The ADAS Calibration Center Of Cincinnati” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

“The ADAS Calibration Center Of Cincinnati” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 13, 2021 – Milford, OH to Morgantown, WV I like chicken wings. Chicken wings are like pizza and craft beer… when I’m on the road, I’m always looking for […]

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“Gateway College Training Session” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

“Gateway College Training Session” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 12, 2021

March 11 and 12, 2021 – Ft. Wright, KY Day one and two of this tour stop was hosted by Gateway Community College in Ft. Wright, KY, and hosted by […]

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A Day On The Track With Blake Alexander

A Day On The Track With Blake Alexander

March 11, 2021

Message From Blake Alexander and The Group Training Academy! March 6, 2021 – Palm Beach International Raceway Team AVI & The Group Training Academy spent the day with Blake Alexander and National Pronto Association for the […]

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“West Virginia To Kentucky” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

“West Virginia To Kentucky” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 10, 2021 – Morgantown, WV to Ft. Wright, KY John did such a great job of putting together the last blog I tried to bribe him into taking the […]

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DAY 3: “Back On The Road” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

DAY 3: “Back On The Road” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 8, 2021

March 3, 2021 After our long drive back from Pennsylvania to my hometown of Norton, Ohio I had to immediately get ready for a very busy 6 days’ worth of […]

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DAY 2: “Moving Parts” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

DAY 2: “Moving Parts” – The Group Training Academy EV Tour Blog

March 5, 2021

March 2, 2021 – Courtyard by Marriott, State College, PA Well, our first training stop of the tour is in the books, and we are very excited about how smooth […]

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DAY 1: Interactive Mobile Training The Group Training Academy EV Tour

DAY 1: Interactive Mobile Training The Group Training Academy EV Tour

March 3, 2021

When The Group Training Academy (TGTA) announced the idea of a training tour in March to kick-off what we hope will be an opportunity to bring live, instructor-led training to […]

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Computer Engine Data Interpretation – Ford & Toyota [Quick Quiz]

Computer Engine Data Interpretation – Ford & Toyota [Quick Quiz]

March 2, 2021

How much do you know about Computer Engine Data? Take the quiz and find out.

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Misfire Diagnostics Using The Acceleration Value Of Cylinder PID [Tech Tip]

Misfire Diagnostics Using The Acceleration Value Of Cylinder PID [Tech Tip]

In this tech tip from the AVI course “Computer Engine Data Interpretation”, longtime AVI instructor Ron Bilyeu shows how Ford’s Acceleration Value Of Cylinder PID can help determine what cylinders […]

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