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Trade Publications

Automotive Industries Online
The oldest continually published trade publication covering the automaking business. Covers all aspects of the automaking industry.
Electric Auto Association
A non-profit educational organization that promotes the adoption of electric vehicles.
EPA: On-Road Vehicles and Engines
Information 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 Show
See the virtual show, read all the press releases, and view the statistics of this annual event.
Tomorrow's Technician
A website specifically geared to students in the field.
WardsAuto: The Information Center for and About the Global Auto Industry
Current news, data, and analysis about the global automotive industry.

Occupational Outlook Handbook: Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
Summary of jobs in the industry, including work environment, pay, employment growth projections, and similar careers.

Car Mechanic by Christie Marlowe; Andrew Morkes
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 Salem Press
Call Number: eBook (click title to access)

Publication Date: 2022

Provides detailed information and need-to-know information on various careers in the automotive industry.
How Cars Work by Tom Newton
Call Number: TL146 .N48 1999

How Cars Work provides the basic vocabulary and mechanical knowledge to help a reader talk intelligently with mechanics understand shop manuals, and diagnosis car problems.