AutoShop Answers is proud to announce the appointment of David Nix as Vice President of Training & Development, marking an exciting expansion of the company’s commitment to helping independent automotive repair shops and their technicians achieve greater success.
Nix will lead the development and delivery of five technical training and support programs designed to strengthen technician skills, improve diagnostic accuracy, and help repair shops tackle the increasingly complex challenges of modern automotive technology.
Todd Westerlund, President of AutoShop Answers, shared his enthusiasm about the appointment: “When I found out David Nix was a free agent, I hired him the very next business day. That’s how strongly I believe in his talent, knowledge, and ability to make a difference in this industry. David is exactly the kind of leader we want building our technical training division.”
Five Technical Training Programs for 2027
Under Nix’s leadership, AutoShop Answers is introducing five programs:
- National Technician Lunch & Learn Program — 10–15 live online technical training sessions monthly, with recordings available for continued learning.
<br> - National Automotive Technical Support Hotline — Direct access to expert assistance for challenging repairs and diagnostic problems.
<br> - Monthly Shop Coaching — Personalized technician assessments, development plans, and ongoing coaching.
<br> - Six-Week Targeted Technician Training — Focused instruction for ASE certifications, diagnostic skills, and career advancement.
<br> - Onsite Automotive Technical Training — Two-day, hands-on technical training delivered directly to repair shops nationwide.
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Todd Hayes, CEO and Founder of AutoShop Answers, emphasized the company’s vision:”AutoShop Answers is excited to bring the highest level of technical training to the automotive repair industry. Our mission is to give independent repair shops access to world-class education, real-world diagnostic support, and the tools their technicians need to succeed. Bringing David Nix on board takes that commitment to an entirely new level.”
David Nix, incoming Vice President of Training & Development, shared his vision for the future: “Teaching technicians has always been a passion of mine. I’m excited to create new classes, develop innovative training programs, and help technicians overcome the new challenges they’ll face in 2027 and beyond. Automotive technology is changing faster than ever, and our goal is to make sure technicians have the knowledge, confidence, and support to stay ahead.”
