Trade Publications
Companies
- General MotorsOfficial website of General Motors.
- FordOfficial website for Ford.
- ToyotaOfficial website of Toyota.
Statistics
- RITA: Research and Innovation Technology Administration of the Bureau of Transportation StatisticsFind data from a variety of sources vetted by RITA.
Websites: General Automotive
- Automotive Industries OnlineThe oldest continually published trade publication covering the automaking business. Covers all aspects of the automaking industry.
- Electric Auto AssociationA non-profit educational organization that promotes the adoption of electric vehicles.
- EPA: On-Road Vehicles and EnginesInformation from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency about highway vehicles including fuel economy; emission standards and regulations; vehicle compliance, inspection and maintenance programs; diesel retrofit programs, etc.
- North American International Auto ShowSee the virtual show, read all the press releases, and view the statistics of this annual event.
- Tomorrow's TechnicianA website specifically geared to students in the field.
- WardsAuto: The Information Center for and About the Global Auto IndustryCurrent news, data, and analysis about the global automotive industry.
Auto Tech for Beginners
- Occupational Outlook Handbook: Automotive Service Technicians and MechanicsSummary of jobs in the industry, including work environment, pay, employment growth projections, and similar careers.
Car Mechanic by Call Number: eBook (click title to access)Learn about job duties for car mechanics, how to become a mechanic; key skills for success in this career, methods of exploring auto repair careers while in school, and much more.
Careers in the Automobile Industry by Call Number: eBook (click title to access)Publication Date: 2022Provides detailed information and need-to-know information on various careers in the automotive industry.
How Cars Work by Call Number: TL146 .N48 1999How Cars Work provides the basic vocabulary and mechanical knowledge to help a reader talk intelligently with mechanics understand shop manuals, and diagnosis car problems.
