Program Resources

The Advanced Transportation Technology and Energy program (ATTE) was created to keep California a competitive leader in advanced transportation and energy technologies by transforming the workforce in the rapidly developing, technology-driven transportation and energy industries, while improving the environment and stimulating the economy.

Matco Tools is a manufacturer and distributor of quality professional automotive repair tools, equipment, and toolboxes. Our product line now numbers more than 13,000 items. We also guarantee and service the automotive repair and diagnostic tools and equipment we sell.

Snap-on Incorporated products and services include hand and power tools, tool storage, diagnostics software, information and management systems, shop equipment and other solutions for vehicle dealerships and repair centers, as well as customers in industries including aviation and aerospace, mining, natural resources and power generation.

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) works to improve the quality of vehicle repair and service by testing and certifying automotive professionals. Today, more than 350,000 professionals hold ASE certifications, and work in every part of the automotive service industry.

The National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) was founded as an independent, non-profit organization with a single mission: To evaluate technician training programs against standards developed by the automotive industry and recommend qualifying programs for NATEF accreditation.

Bureau of Automotive Repair, State of California Department of Consumer Affairs