Engage, Educate, Reward: How Today's Class Is Changing Auto Repair Training [THA 498]

Thanks to our Partners, NAPA TRACS, Today's Class, KUKUI, and Pit Crew Loyalty

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What if the best way to train an automotive team isn't another four-hour evening class, but a few minutes of learning every day?

Carm Capriotto sits down with David Boyes, President of Today's Class, and Brad Updegraff, owner of Dave's Ultimate Automotive, to explore how continuous learning and gamification are creating more engaged, knowledgeable teams.

Brad shares how his seven-location operation uses Today's Class to support ASE certification, keep experienced technicians current with rapidly changing vehicle technology, and turn training into something employees actually want to participate in.

What You'll Learn

Why daily learning can be more effective than traditional after-hours training.How raffles, auctions, and rewards turn training into a team-building experience.How shop-versus-shop competition can create stronger teamwork than individual leaderboards.How custom training content can identify knowledge gaps and strengthen advisor performance.Why continuous learning is essential as vehicle technology continues to evolve.What's coming next for Today's Class, including EV, hybrid, electrical, leadership, and financial training.

Training doesn't have to feel like a requirement. When learning is consistent, accessible, rewarding, and connected to career growth, it can become part of the culture. Brad and David demonstrate how gamification can turn education into daily engagement while helping automotive professionals build the skills needed for the future.

Optimize training with Today's Class: In just 5 minutes daily, boost knowledge retention and improve team performance. Find Today's Class on the web at https://www.todaysclass.com/

David Boyes, President of ‘Today’s Class”  David’s previous episodes HERE

Brad Updegraff, Dave’s Ultimate Automotive, 7 locations, Austin, TX. Brad’s previous episodes HERE.

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA TRACS