Auto Mechanic

Diagnose and fix cars, including hybrids and EVs.

Start with How to PROPERLY Repair a Rust Hole in your Car or Truck (DIY for Beginners) (34 min, ChrisFix), then How to Replace Brake Pads and Rotors (COMPLETE Guide) (14 min, ChrisFix). All 34 lessons in Auto Mechanic are free. No degree. ASE certifications as you go. A starter kit costs about $360. About $50k a year (US median, automotive technicians).

To start: No degree. ASE certifications as you go. Earning: About $50k a year (US median, automotive technicians).

  1. Maintenance

    Oil, brakes, tyres.

  2. Diagnostics

    Find the fault.

  3. EVs and hybrids

    The future of the shop.

  4. Small engines

    Mowers, bikes, generators.

  5. Get hired

    A CV that gets read, interviews you are ready for, and the first offer negotiated.

  6. Money basics for your first pay

    Budget it, save it, and start investing early.