{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"The State of the Repair Industry and What's Next with Christopher Delprete","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/the-state-of-the-repair-industry-and-what-s-next-with-christopher-delprete","audioUrl":"https://media.transistor.fm/54fa7227/f0c259c5.mp3","description":"\n        Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.  Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERERegister NOW for Tekmetric's Tektonic Conference coming up HEREIn this episode, Jeff welcomes Christopher Delprete, lead tech at Ace Truck Body and Trailer Repair in Georgia. Christopher talks about growing up in a family-run business in Massachusetts to his current role in heavy truck repair. He emphasized the rapid evolution of truck technology and the need for technicians to continually update their skills. Together, they discuss the critical role of mentoring and training the next generation of technicians, highlighting the importance of supporting young people and women in the trade.00:00 Guiding Brother's Biggest Bass Catch06:50 Waste Management Business Collapse10:47 Classic Car Memories16:36 Women Excel in the Heavy Truck Industry26:04 Brand Variety Keeps Job Exciting29:22 \"NPR Frame Swap Process\"33:46 Commitment to Quality and Safety39:22 Mutual Expertise Acknowledgement45:22 Truck Idling Workarounds Insights52:16 Montreal's Aggressive Drivers' Reputation56:36 Old Trucker's Tales01:00:50 Mechanic Video: Embracing Mistakes01:05:30 Highlighting Professionalism's Evolution01:09:55 OBD2 Tech Evolution Insights01:19:06 Widening Income Gap Motivation01:22:28 Toolbox Purchase Regret01:25:10 \"Open-End Wrench Debate\"01:30:48 Growing Up a Hot Rod Enthusiast\nFollow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232\n      "},"annotations":[{"startTime":624.0,"endTime":647.0,"type":"car","title":"Chevrolet Camaro","url":"/cars/chevrolet/camaro","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/ae/Chevrolet_Camaro_Hirschaid_2022-20220709-RM-111908.jpg","quote":"...ell us stories about the cars he had. 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