62 AFTERMARKET FEBRUARY 2024 TRAINING www.aftermarketonline.net Upcoming training dates and news on courses TRAINING UPDATE FAI Automotive: TCK installation advice FAI Automotive has issued timing chain kit installation (TCK) guidance for a number of its products. The advice relates to a TCK used on the Volkswagen Jetta, along with two others that cover a number of Audi, SEAT, Skoda and Volkswagen applications. Dominic Moxon, Technical Director at FAI Automotive observed: “Incompatibility issues between older or original worn components that are linked to the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) hub fitted by the manufacturer to a 1.4 TSi engine can cause technicians problems. “The cause of this problem, which is due to newer, more accurately manufactured VVT hubs being issued by the manufacturer, and therefore the latest design of chain is required so they can work in harmony with the hubs. By not installing a newer design of chain, premature wear and failure can occur.” Dominic added: “Technicians should ensure that all components including the chain and VVT hubs are replaced and never mixed with existing worn componentry.” For more information, visit: www.faiauto.com/ecat Welcome to Aftermarket’s training section. Here you can find the latest on upcoming training dates, as well as news on courses becoming available. If you have information on training you wish to share, please get in touch with the editor via email: alex@aftermarket.co.uk 42% of students on automotive college courses are not confident they will be able to get a well-paid job within the industry after completing their course, according to the results of Autotech Academy's Automotive Future Survey Report. Despite this, 95% said they still wanted to pursue career in the automotive industry, with around 15% citing their preference for the practical side of life being a motivating factor. Almost 90% believe they will enjoy their job, and 85% said they are in it for the long-haul. The survey sought the views of automotive students at 90 colleges across the UK. Commenting on the findings of the report, Autotech Group Interim CEO Simon King said: “Autotech Academy's Automotive Future Survey Report’ is a call to action. It highlights the passion, ambition, and potential of the next generation of vehicle technicians and is a reminder that the automotive industry has much to offer in terms of innovation and opportunity. “Yet, it is essential to continue promoting and supporting the sector to ensure a strong and sustainable future for both the industry and the skilled professionals dedicated to it. By addressing these issues head-on, we can nurture the young talent that will help drive the automotive industry forward and ensure that its future is stable.” For the full survey, visit: https://autotechrecruit.co.uk/wpcontent/uploads/2023/09/Autotech-Academ y-Automotive-Future-Survey-Report-Sep2023.pdf Automotive students keen on sector, but pessimistic on pay
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