Research Guides: Transportation Programs at McKinney: Resources for Automotive & Diesel

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Databases

Need information about the automotive industry or transportation technology? Want to start your own business? Search the databases below to find useful articles.

Applied Science & Technology Full Text This link opens in a new window
Covers a wide variety of applied science specialties, from acoustics to welding. Provided by DISCUS, South Carolina's Virtual Library.
Associates Programs Source This link opens in a new window
900 magazines and journals supporting career programs.
Auto Repair Source This link opens in a new window
Information on more than 38,000 domestic and imported vehicles, 1974-present.
Chilton Library This link opens in a new window
Maintenance and repair information (including a video library), labor estimating, and ASE test prep questions (A series, X1, P2, L1, and C1 only).
Films on Demand This link opens in a new window
Thousands of streaming videos covering many topics. View videos in their entirety or in shorter segments.
Ferguson's Career Guidance Center This link opens in a new window
Information on careers and job skills, including resumes and interviewing.
Gale Business: Entrepreneurship This link opens in a new window
Information for small business owners and entrepreneurs, from planning a startup to managing a business. Formerly Small Business Resource Center.
Small Business Source This link opens in a new window
Information on small business and entrepreneurial subjects, a help and advice section, and information on how to create business plans. Provided by DISCUS, South Carolina's Virtual Library.

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Blogs and More

Below are links to a few websites that focus on the automotive industry.

Autoblog
Industry news and analysis with videos, photos and podcasts.
Popular Mechanics Automotive
The online version of the magazine is frequently updated with articles, tips, and industry news.
Just-auto
International industry information, news and market data.
Ward's Auto
A comprehensive online resource and community filled with unique news, data and analysis.

Transportation Programs at McKinney

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Databases

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Blogs and More

New Books for McKinney Center Programs