Automotive Technology students to offer “Lights On For Safety” event

PTC's Automotive Technology department is partnering with O'Reilly Auto Parts to offer a free event to students, staff, faculty, and the public.

"With the winter's shorter daylight hours and the inclement weather that's common during these upcoming months, motorists must be aware of the need to drive with their lights on," says Jim Ascheman, PTC Automotive Technology instructor. "When visibility is reduced, drivers must use their lights -- being visible is an important part of avoiding accidents," Ascheman adds.

To assist the PTC community in increasing visibility this coming winter, the PTC Automotive Technology department, with O'Reilly Auto Parts, is hosting "Lights On For Safety," Tues. Oct. 9, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. During these hours, Automotive Technology students will check and replace light fixtures on drivers' vehicles. The bulbs are being provided by O'Reilly Auto Parts at no charge to drivers.

• What: "Lights On For Safety," a free event to replace dim and/or broken light fixtures on community members' vehicles

• Where: Taking place in the PTC Automotive Technology lab

• When: Oct. 9, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For more information, contact Jim Ascheman, PTC Automotive Technology Instructor, AschemanJ@pinetech.edu or call 320-629-5162.