Universal Technical Institute Faculty and Staff Share Images of Cool Cars, Trucks and Motorcycles Along with Vehicle Care Tips for National Collector Car Appreciation Day July 14

Who: In advance of National Collector Car Appreciation Day on July 14,Universal Technical Institute (UTI) leaders, faculty, and staff are proudly sharing images of their prized cars, trucks, and motorcycles who are occupying cherished positions in their private collections! UTI representatives from Arizona, New Hampshire, the New York Metro area, Pennsylvania, and Texas contributed these photos and are happy to explain why they value them so much. (Please see Dropbox link above for names of UTI representatives, photos and captions. Please see the media contacts above to arrange an interview in person, via phone or video.)

“My dad was an avid motorcycle racer and enthusiast back in the 1960s and 1970s. He was always into European bikes. In his later years, he started buying vintage bikes at estate sales and salvage yards and then restoring them as a hobby. I grew up around these things, so there’s a lot of nostalgia for me. My brother and I refuse to let these bikes leave our family, so we just make sure they stay running and in good condition. These bikes are my father’s legacy,” commented Darrin Brust, UTI-Houston campus president. Brust keeps five motorcycles in his collection at his home in the Houston suburbs.

UTI expert sources are also available for consumers, businesses, and media who are seeking tips to keep vehicles performing in optimum condition this scorching hot summer. UTI automotive technician program instructors have extensive experience diagnosing, maintaining, repairing, and inspecting.

UTI’s mission is to serve students, partners, and communities by providing quality education and support services for in-demand careers in the skilled trades, automotive, and energy sectors. UTI operates 16 campuses located in 9 states and offers a wide range of transportation and skilled trades technical training programs under brands such as UTI, MIAT College of Technology, Motorcycle Mechanics Institute, Marine Mechanics Institute and NASCAR Technical Institute.

UTI offers a 51-week Automotive Program to teach students hands-on industry skills and equip employers with certified technicians. UTI provides hands-on training, classroom instruction, and field trips with prospective employers to equip graduates with the technical skills and practical knowledge necessary for the maintenance and repair of import and domestic vehicles in the automotive industry.

UTI offers training programs that include automotive, diesel, collision repair, welding, aviation maintenance, energy, robotics, and automation, HVACR, and non-destructive testing technology.

What: Car and Motorcycle Collector Stories and Summer Vehicle Care Tips

See the Dropbox link for UTI representatives available to discuss their private car, truck and motorcycle collections.

UTI experts offer these vehicle care and maintenance tips:

Check tire pressure.
Check the oil level and change the oil regularly.
Check antifreeze and water levels.
Check windshield wipers and change them every time you get an inspection (once a year).
Always keep the fuel tank at least half full.
Make sure the gas cap is tight and sealed. A loose gas cap can set off the check engine light.
Clean and replace air filters regularly.
Check all lights are safe and working properly.
Bring a spare key on trips and keep an extra set at home.
Ensure you have a spare tire or run flat tires and that they are in good condition.
Always have proof of your insurance printed out and stored in your vehicle or in your wallet.
Pack a travel kit with jumper cables, tire pressure gauge, flashlight, road flare, multi-tool with window breaker and seat belt cutter, first aid kit, and a survival blanket.
Always keep an extra pair of comfortable shoes in your car.
Always keep rain gear in your vehicle.
Maintain ready access to call roadside assistance such as AAA or dealer roadside service.
Always keep a spare smartphone charger in your vehicle.

When: Any time on, before or after July 14, 2023

How: To learn more about Universal Technical Institute, please visit https://www.uti.edu/.

To schedule an interview, please see media contact information.

About Universal Technical Institute

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI) (the “Company”) was founded in 1965 and is a leading workforce solutions provider of transportation, skilled trades and healthcare education programs, whose mission is to serve students, partners, and communities by providing quality education and support services for in-demand careers across a number of highly skilled fields. The Company is comprised of two divisions: Universal Technical Institute (“UTI”) and Concorde Career Colleges (“Concorde”). UTI operates 16 campuses located in 9 states and offers a wide range of transportation and skilled trades technical training programs under brands such as UTI, MIAT College of Technology, Motorcycle Mechanics Institute, Marine Mechanics Institute and NASCAR Technical Institute. Concorde operates across 17 campuses in 8 states, offering programs in the Allied Health, Dental, Nursing, Patient Care and Diagnostic fields. For more information, visit www.uti.edu or www.concorde.edu, or visit us on LinkedIn at @UniversalTechnicalInstitute and @Concorde Career Colleges or on Twitter @news_UTI or @ConcordeCareer.

UTI Collector Car Images Info/Captions

Steve McElfresh, UTI Exton Campus President, Exton, Penn., 1972 Chevrolet Impala; Steve joined UTI in September 2022.
William Clark, UTI Exton Technical Team Leader, Exton, Penn., 1929 Ford Model A Huckster; in addition to his role at UTI, William owns Antique Brew Trucks, which is a mobile bar service that can be taken to any event!
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Michael Beattie, UTI Exton Campus Welding Instructor, Exton, Penn., 2002 Mustang GT
Jordan Hanth, UTI Exton, Penn. Ford FACT Instructor, Exton, Penn., 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X; Jordan has spent four years working with Ford vehicles, and now teaches Ford Accelerated Credential Training (FACT) at the same UTI campus from which he graduated.
Jerry Ellner, UTI National Director High School Development, Based in New Hampshire, 2022 Corvette Stingray C8;
Jerry Ellner, UTI National Director High School Development, based in N.H.; 1977 Porche Champion Edition (1 of 1500); Jerry has been working with UTI for over 30 years and loves changing young people’s lives for the better through STEM education.
Jason Albright, UTI Exton Ford Accelerated Credential Training (FACT) Technical Team Leader, Exton, Penn., 2001 BMW 330i
Greg Barbieri, UTI Exton Senior Career Advisor, Exton, Penn.; 1983 Honda 650 Nighthawk CS; Greg helps UTI students secure hands-on work in the automotive industry after graduating – including helping them to secure positions at Toyota and Lexus Dealerships.
Greg Barbieri, UTI Exton Senior Career Advisor, Exton, Penn.; 1975 Honda CB 360
Brian Shefman, UTI Exton Technical Team Leader, Exton, Penn.; 2003 Subaru Impreza WRX
Andrew Secundo, UTI Exton Power & Performance Instructor, Exton, Penn., 468 CID Big Block Chevy Dragster
Eddie Burt, UTI Houston Lead Technical Team Leader, Houston, Texas, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 427/450hp Roadster
Eddie Burt, UTI Houston Lead Technical Team Leader, Houston, Texas, 1975 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster 350/165hp
Eddie Burt, UTI Houston Lead Technical Team Leader, Houston, Texas 1986 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Z51 408 SBC
Eddie Burt, UTI Houston Lead Technical Team Leader, Houston, Texas 2004 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster Z51 ls1/350hp
Eddie Burt, UTI Houston Lead Technical Team Leader, Houston, Texas, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Z51 Is3/430hp; Eddie Burt has over 25 years of experience in the automotive industry – with nearly 20 of those spent at UTI!
Juan Espaillat, Diesel Instructor, Bloomfield, N.J., 2001 Toyota MR2 Spyder
Issac Samra, Auto Instructor, Bloomfield, N.J., 2010 Mitsubishi Evo; Issac Samra has over 10 years of hands-on experience in the automotive industry– and is now using his extensive knowledge to educate the next generation of automotive technicians!
Nick DeLalla, Auto Instructor, Bloomfield, N.J., 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28; Before becoming an Automotive Instructor at UTI, Nick DeLalla spent over 20 years working on Toyota vehicles as a service technician!
Peter Fallone, Education Director, Bloomfield, N.J., 1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z; Peter has spent nearly 11 years building his UTI career, contributing to students’ success as an Instructor, Technical Team Leader, Education Manager, and now Education Director!
Bill Hubbard, Automotive Instructor, Bloomfield, N.J., 1993 Nissan 300-ZX Convertible
Brooke Mayer, Student Engagement Manager, Phoenix, Ariz., 1976 Harley Davidson Electraglide Bicentennial Liberty
Casey Hoffman, Director of Student Experience, Avondale, Ariz., 1970 Cadillac Devil; Casey has spent her over 18-year career dedicated to student success at UTI, allowing her to change the lives of students pursuing the technical fields!
Jim Wagon, Director of Education, Avondale, Ariz., 1960 Edsel Ranger Convertible (1 of 76)
Jim Wagon, Director of Education, Avondale, Ariz., 1952 Vincient Series C Touring Rapide
Terry Jasper, FAST Chief Instructor, Avondale Ariz., 1971 Triumph t100c
Darrin Brust, UTI Houston Campus President, Houston, Texas, 968 Ducati Mark 3 350, 1973 Norton Commando 850, 1972 Triumph Daytona 500, 1968 Norton 750 Café Racer, 2004 Moto Guzzi Breva 750; Darrin Brust is dedicated to supporting the next generation of technicians in skilled trades, including automotive, diesel, and collision repair, and he also loves showing his own motorcycle collection.
Casey Conrad, Welding Technical Team Lead, Houston, Texas, 1971 Chevy Chevelle Number Matching Car; While Casey Conrad is an instructor for UTI’s Welding Program, he also has a passion for his collector cars!
Eddie Elliott, Technical Team Lead, Houston, Texas, 1929 Ford Roaster Pickup; As a Technical Team Lead and Instructor at UTI, Eddie Elliot brings his dedication and interest in the automotive industry to his students!