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James Caldwell
ASE Master Technician ยท 22 yrs

Former Toyota dealership tech turned independent shop owner in Austin, TX. Specializes in fuel systems, lean codes, and engine performance diagnosis.

ASE Master Automobile Technician (A1โ€“A8) ASE L1 Advanced Engine Performance ASE L3 Hybrid/EV Specialist
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Maria Santos
ASE Certified Tech ยท 14 yrs

Based in Houston, TX. Maria spent 10 years as a Ford dealership technician before opening her own diagnostic shop. Known for her expertise in transmission and drivetrain codes.

ASE Certified A1, A2, A3, A4 Ford Motor Company Master Technician
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Derek Williams
Diagnostic Specialist ยท 18 yrs

GM Master Technician from Detroit, MI. Derek has diagnosed over 12,000 vehicles and teaches advanced OBD-II diagnostics at a local community college on weekends.

ASE Master Automobile Technician GM World Class Technician ASE L1 Engine Performance Specialist
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Sarah Kim
Hybrid & EV Specialist ยท 11 yrs

Certified hybrid and electric vehicle technician in Los Angeles, CA. Sarah focuses exclusively on Toyota Prius, Honda hybrid, and Tesla systems. Go-to expert for hybrid-specific DTCs.

ASE L3 Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist Toyota T-TEN Hybrid Certified ASE A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems
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Mike Torres
Heavy-Duty & Fleet Tech ยท 20 yrs

Fleet maintenance supervisor in Dallas, TX managing 300+ commercial vehicles. Mike is the authority on truck-specific codes for F-250, RAM 2500, and Silverado HD models.

ASE Certified Medium/Heavy Truck (T1โ€“T8) ASE Master Automobile Technician
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Jennifer Okafor
Independent Shop Owner ยท 15 yrs

Owner of Okafor Auto Care in Atlanta, GA. Jennifer built her reputation diagnosing electrical gremlins that other shops couldn't solve. NAPA AutoCare Center certified.

ASE Master Automobile Technician ASE A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems NAPA AutoCare Certified
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Robert Chang
Import Specialist ยท 17 yrs

Japanese and Korean import specialist based in Seattle, WA. Robert's shop handles Subaru, Mazda, Hyundai, and Kia exclusively. Deep expertise in EVAP, TPMS, and AWD drivetrain codes.

ASE Certified A1, A4, A5, A8 Subaru STARS Certified Technician
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Patricia Nguyen
European Car Specialist ยท 13 yrs

BMW and Mercedes-Benz certified technician in Miami, FL. Patricia previously worked at a BMW dealership for 8 years before specializing in independent European diagnostics.

ASE Master Automobile Technician BMW STEP Certified Technician Mercedes-Benz Star Certified
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Chris Hartley
Automotive Instructor ยท 24 yrs

Lead automotive technology instructor at Columbus State Community College, OH. Chris has trained 500+ technicians and is known for breaking down complex OBD-II concepts into plain English.

ASE Master Automobile Technician ASE L1 & L2 Advanced Specialist ASE Certified Educator (C1)
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Amanda Foster
Scan Tool & Data Specialist ยท 9 yrs

Former OEM technical hotline advisor for Chrysler in Auburn Hills, MI. Amanda specialized in live data analysis, freeze frame interpretation, and remote diagnosis for dealership techs nationwide.

ASE Certified A1, A6, A8 Chrysler Five Star Technician Snap-on Verus Certified Diagnostician

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