Eighteen tuition scholarships, valued at $2,000 each, will be awarded to students attending one of the company’s automotive or diesel campuses in Mooresville, N.C.; Phoenix; Sacramento; Orlando; Houston; Glendale Heights, Ill.; Rancho Cucamonga, Calif.; Exton, Pa.; and Norwood, Mass.

“There is a growing need in the United States for well-trained automotive, diesel and collision repair technicians,” said Jeff Stauffer, senior vice president of global group marketing, Affinia. “UTI and NTI are leaders in this field, and we are pleased to offer our support to students who have expressed a commitment to excel in this industry.”

Affinia is one of the largest aftermarket supporters of UTI and NTI, lending financial and product support for various teaching programs. Affinia provides products and technical expertise for its industry-leading brands, including WIX® filters, Raybestos® brand brakes and Spicer® chassis components.

“Support from an industry leader like Affinia is vital to the success of our programs, ensuring that our students have access to the latest technology and to experts in vehicle systems,” said Kimberly J. McWaters, president and CEO of UTI. “This new scholarship program offers support to our students beyond the classroom because we know that everyone needs a little help when pursuing their dreams.”

About Universal Technical Institute, Inc., and NASCAR Technical Institute

Universal Technical Institute, Inc., is a provider of technical education training for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians. The company offers undergraduate degree, diploma and certificate programs at 10 campuses across the United States, and manufacturer-sponsored advanced programs at 18 dedicated training centers. Through its campus-based school system, Universal Technical Institute, Inc., offers specialized technical education programs under the banner of several well-known brands, including Universal Technical Institute (UTI), NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI), Motorcycle Mechanics Institute and Marine Mechanics Institute (MMI). For more information, visit uticorp.com.

About Affinia Group Inc.

Affinia Group Inc. is a global leader in the on- and off-highway replacement parts and service industry. In North America the Affinia family of brands includes WIX® Filters, Raybestos® brand brakes and Aimco® brake products, and McQuay-Norris® and Spicer® Chassis parts. South American and European brands include Nakata®, Urba® and Quinton Hazell®. Affinia operates in 19 countries and employs approximately 11,000 people, who are dedicated to keeping the world’s wheels turning. For more information, visit affiniagroup.com.

Source: Affinia Group Press Release