Garage Gurus® Announces 2022-2023 Automotive Technician Scholarship Winners

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Garage Gurus, part of Tenneco's DRiV group, has announced the winners of its 2022-2023 Automotive Technical Scholarship Program, awarding $2,500 each to 12 students pursuing automotive education. This initiative, now in its eighth year, has contributed over $230,000 in tuition support to aspiring automotive professionals. The program aims to address the shortage of skilled technicians in the automotive industry. Scholarship recipients are enrolled in accredited institutions across the U.S., enhancing their skills to succeed in the automotive repair sector.

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• 12 students awarded $2,500 scholarships each, totaling $30,000.
• Over $230,000 committed to scholarships since the program's inception.
• Addresses the critical shortage of automotive technicians in the industry.

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$2,500 in Tuition Support Provided to Each of 12 Students Enrolled in Accredited Post-Secondary Automotive Technology Programs

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Garage Gurus^®, an industry-leading training and support platform from Tenneco Inc.'s (NYSE: TEN) DRiV group, today announced the winners of their 2022-2023 Automotive Technical Scholarship Program. Each of the 12 recipients will receive $2,500 toward their automotive education; all winners have been accepted or are currently enrolled in accredited, U.S.-based automotive technical schools, colleges and universities, or are full-time U.S. high school students. Now in its eighth year, the Garage Gurus scholarship program has committed over $230,000 in tuition support to future automotive service professionals.

"The Garage Gurus team is so excited and pleased to be able to assist students who are serious about establishing themselves in the automotive repair industry," said Dennis Sheran, director, Garage Gurus. "We will remain committed to helping them develop the necessary skills to lead the next generation of technicians into successful careers in the industry for many years to come. Congratulations to all our recipients!"

Students were required to submit an application, two letters of recommendation from non-family members, and a typed essay or video indicating "Why I Want to Be a Top Technician." Winners' application packages were reviewed and chosen by Garage Gurus' team of ASE Master-certified technicians and other team members.

Recipients of Garage Gurus scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year are:

Rachel G. - University of Northwestern Ohio
Keeley W. - Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Aiden H. - Universal Technical Institute - Bloomfield
Erika B. - Wyotech
Cristian L. - Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
Evelyn H. - Lincoln College of Technology
Jordan A. - Chemeketa Community College
Bryan C. - Universal Technical Institute - Avondale
Cameron T. - University of Northwestern Ohio
Matthew L. - Universal Technical Institute - Avondale
Matthew M. - Universal Technical Institute - Avondale
Zack M. - Dakota County Technical College

To meet the shortage of automotive professionals and technicians throughout the industry, the Garage Gurus scholarship program was established in 2015 to serve as an investment in the future of local automotive service businesses and their employees, and specifically to the next generation of talented, highly-trained professionals who will help keep millions of vehicles in road-ready condition.

Offering onsite, online and on-demand instruction, Garage Gurus is a first-of-its-kind national training platform designed to help front-line automotive service professionals keep pace with the latest vehicle technologies. State-of-the-art Garage Gurus technical education centers are operational in 11 U.S. markets – Atlanta; Baltimore; Boston; Chicago; Dallas/Fort Worth; New Hyde Park, N.Y.; Rancho Dominguez, Calif.; South Florida; St. Louis; Suburban Detroit; and Van Nuys, Calif.

To learn more about Garage Gurus, its training platforms, and more about the program, visit www.garagegurus.tech.

About Tenneco

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designers, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with full year 2021 revenues of $18 billion and approximately 71,000 team members working at more than 260 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Performance Solutions, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

Visit www.tenneco.com to learn more.

CONTACT:                           
Karen Shulhan (DRiV) – 248.354.4383
karen.shulhan@driv.com

 

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FAQ

What is the purpose of the Garage Gurus Automotive Technical Scholarship Program?

The program aims to support students pursuing automotive education and to address the shortage of skilled technicians in the automotive industry.

How much funding does each scholarship recipient receive from Garage Gurus?

Each scholarship recipient receives $2,500 toward their automotive education.

How many students were awarded scholarships in 2022?

In 2022, Garage Gurus awarded scholarships to 12 students.

What has been the total commitment of Garage Gurus to the scholarship program since its inception?

Since its inception in 2015, Garage Gurus has committed over $230,000 to the scholarship program.

Who reviews and selects the scholarship winners for Garage Gurus?

Winners are chosen by Garage Gurus' team of ASE Master-certified technicians and other team members.