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Shops like Schmidt Auto Care have seen measurable improvements in technical knowledge, such as increased proficiency in brake systems, wheel alignment, and HVAC performance.\nLola shares how her team’s enthusiasm for competition has built deeper learning habits, while David explains how the platform’s data-driven insights help shop leaders identify knowledge gaps, coach effectively, and make smarter business decisions from equipment investments to targeted, hands-on training.\nThe takeaway: Small, consistent, and data-informed training can create powerful results, driving engagement, improving technical skills, and strengthening both team and business performance.\nDavid Boyes, President of ‘Today’s Class”  David’s previous episodes HERE\nLauralee Schmidt, Schmidt Auto Care, Springboro, OH\nThanks to our Partner, NAPA TRACS\n\nNAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. 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