Is Scotty a real mechanic?

Niagara Falls, New York, U.S. Scott Michael “Scotty” Kilmer is an American YouTuber, author, and auto mechanic. His self-titled YouTube channel, Scotty Kilmer, has over 4 million subscribers and his videos have over 1 billion views.

What do you learn in auto mechanics?

You’ll learn in depth about all the different parts of a car….Automotive Mechanics Systems

• Electrical and electronic systems.
• Brakes.
• Air conditioning.
• Manual transmissions.
• Automatic transmissions.
• Engines and engine performance.
• Steering and suspension.
• Emission control.

How old is Scotty Kilmer?

68 years (October 2, 1953)
Scotty Kilmer/Age

Where did Scotty Kilmer work?

Scotty was born in 1954. He started working on cars at 14 (on the weekends) at his grandfather’s Texaco gas station. His grandfather was a very introverted and strict individual, and while he wouldn’t teach Scotty explicitly, he let him watch.

What are the benefits of being a mechanic?

10 Pros of Being a Mechanic

• Good Earning Potential.
• Job Stability.
• Little or No Student Loan Debt.
• Independence. A professional mechanic can always opt to open their own auto repair business.
• Physical and Mental Benefits.
• More Social Interaction.
• Opportunities for Career Advancement.
• Chasing One’s Passion.

What kind of car does Scotty Kilmer Drive?

He drives a 1994 Toyota Celica and a 2007 Toyota Matrix. This is quite unlike other YouTubers who earn the big bucks to buy the big cars. He has a clear dislike for many cars, from Mercedes-Benz to Chryslers, especially the Chrysler TC.

Where is Scotty Kilmer now?

Currently living in Houston, Texas, Kilmer actually got his master’s degree in anthropology from the University of Illinois. Imagine that! He’s also the author of Everyone’s Guide to Buying a Used Car and Car Maintenance Kindle Edition.

What is the meaning of auto mechanic?

An auto mechanic (automotive technician in most of North America, light vehicle technician in British English, and motor mechanic in Australian English) is a mechanic with a variety of automobile makes or either in a specific area or in a specific make of automobile.

Why is a mechanic important?

Mechanics are trained to diagnose the problems that you have with your vehicle. They have been trained in the mechanical parts of the vehicle as well as the computer parts. They will be able to analyze the computer readings on newer vehicles so that they can pinpoint the problem and get you out on the road.

What cars do Scotty Kilmer recommend?

The Honda CR-V is almost a no-brainer Unless you’ve lived under a rock for the past 40 years, you have probably heard that Hondas are really reliable. It doesn’t take a certified master technician to know that, however, Kilmer definitely does. As such, the first car that he recommends is a Honda CR-V.

Does Scotty Kilmer have a book on car repair?

Scotty Kilmer, mechanic for the last 50 years and star of YouTube’s “The Scotty Kilmer Channel” for DIY car repair (with over 200 million video views), has revised and updated his book: Everyone’s Guide to Buying a Used Car and Car Maintenance.

Did you know that Scotty Kilmer has a Masters degree?

He and his wife (Leslie, a former teacher) have two sons: Wyeth and Riley. I was shocked to discover that he has a masters degree from the University of Illinois. I never would have thought that Scotty Kilmer was formally educated!

How much money does Scotty Kilmer make a month?

For the record, $30k a month is approximately what streetspeed717 is earning these days. The Scotty Kilmer’s YouTube channel is expected to reach 4,000,000 subscribers by September 2020. And assuming he’s still making videos for a while, he’s very likely to be at 15,000,000 subscriptions by 2030.

What camera does Scotty Kilmer use?

Scotty is very proud of the fact that he doesn’t do sponsorships. All of his income comes from video ad revenue (Google Adsense). Scotty used a Panasonic HC-900M camera for the first million views on the Scotty Kilmer YouTube channel. He gave it away to a viewer in April 2019 in celebration of 200 million views.