Automotive Mechanics Expert Witnesses

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Automotive mechanics expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including vehicle repair and maintenance, automotive engineering, vehicle safety standards, auto body repair, and automotive electronics. Some of the most common specialties for these expert witnesses also include engine diagnostics, brake systems, transmission issues, suspension and steering systems, and electrical systems. They can opine on the effects of improper vehicle maintenance, faulty repairs, product liability cases involving vehicles, accidents due to mechanical failure, and disputes over automotive services.

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Average Automotive Mechanics Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$300/hr

Review Fee

$350/hr

Deposition Fee

$375/hr

Court Fee

Automotive Mechanics Experts

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Review Fee $150/hr
Deposition Fee $200/hr
Court Fee $200/hr

This expert is a world class automotive mechanic specializing in exotic and luxury cars such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati and Aston Martin. He has extensive knowledge and prior experience restoring and racing numerous classics over the past 25 years.

Independent Auto Mechanic, null

Des Moines,

Washington

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Review Fee $260/hr
Deposition Fee $360/hr
Court Fee $360/hr

This qualified expert of Industrial Technology obtained his BS and MA in Industrial Technology at Kent State University and his PhD in Industrial Technology at the Ohio State University. He is certified in Life Credential in Driver & Traffic Safety Education and is a Licensed Private Investigator. He is a member of the American Board of Forensic Examiners and the American Society of Certified Auto Appraisers. He is currently a Forensics and Product Consultant for a Private Consulting Firm.

Forensics and Product Consultant, Private Consulting Firm

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), The Ohio State University

La Quinta,

California

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Review Fee $100/hr
Deposition Fee $100/hr
Court Fee $100/hr

This qualified expert has over fifty years of experience in all aspects of the automotive industry. He received his AS in Business and Accounting from Mesa Community College and has completed further training in: the Ford Motor Company Night Course at Phoenix Union Technology, Automobile/ Automotive Mechanics Technology from Lincoln Technical Institute, Computer Vehicles and Fuel Injection from Rangs Training Center, Vision Training and AMI Management from the Automotive Service Association, and Transmissions from the Automatic Transmission Builders and Automatic Transmission Service Group. He is an ASE Certified Master Technician with L1 Advance Engine Performance, and has published an article in Transmission Digest about diagnosing shifting issues. Formerly, he was an owner technician at Auto Masters, the Lead Technician at Ark Automotive, and a diagnostician at Certified Transmission Independence. Currently, he is an instructor at a large automotive training company.

Diagnostician, A transmission company in MO

Associate of Science (AS), Mesa Community College

Gallatin,

Missouri

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Review Fee $375/hr
Deposition Fee $375/hr
Court Fee $375/hr

This automobile repair expert has been in the industry for over 45 years. He worked for 15 years at an auto tool company called Snap on Tools Corp and purchased his own automobile repair shop in 1989. He has worked with many attorneys in California and just finished a review of a case where BMW settled pre-trial.

Owner, An auto repair shop in CA

Associate in Arts (AA), San Jose City College

Fresno,

California

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Review Fee $250/hr
Deposition Fee $250/hr
Court Fee $375/hr

This expert has over two decades of experience in the field of quality and manufacturing processes, specializing in automotive vehicles and their components. She received her BS in chemical engineering from the University of Waterloo and then became a process engineer at Woodbridge Foam. Afterward, she worked as a quality engineer at Estee Lauder Corporation, a project manager for ATS Automation Tooling Systems, and then as the assistant manager of quality engineering at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada, where her primary role was to ensure accurate root cause analysis on completed vehicle or sub-component quality problems related to customer-use, manufacturing, or design-related issues. She then became the director of global quality for valve and pipes manufacturing at Crane ChemPharma & Energy, where she was responsible for implementing Global Standard Quality Processes to manage in-house and supplier manufacturing. Currently, she owns a private consulting firm in Texas.

Owner, Private consulting firm in Texas

Bachelor of Science (BS), University of Waterloo

Bellaire,

Texas

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Review Fee $200/hr
Deposition Fee $200/hr
Court Fee $200/hr

This expert has over 20 years of experience in automotive electronics engineering. He holds a BS in physics from Michigan State University, a BS in electrical engineering from the University of Texas, a BS in computer science from Wayne State University, and a MBA in international economics from Oakland University. He began his career as an avionics electrical engineer with the US Air Force, performing field engineering testing, reliability, and failure analysis for various aviation electronic modules. He went on to graduate from the Ford Technical Education Program, and worked as an internal consultant and technical specialist to over 200 other engineers. In additional to Ford Motor Company, this expert has also served as an engineer for DaimlerChrysler Corporation, Visteon Corporation, GERTRAG Transmission Corporation and Continental Automotive. Over the course of his career, he has designed shift-by-wire electronic driver controls, power-train control modules, electronic transmission control units, body electronic control units, and hybrid-electric vehicle electronics. Currently, this expert serves as the principal engineer at an automotive electronics engineering firm in Michigan.

Electrical Engineer, An automotive electronics engineering company in MI

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Oakland University

Georgetown,

Michigan

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Review Fee $150/hr
Deposition Fee $150/hr
Court Fee $150/hr

This highly qualified expert has over 20 years of experience in the field of automotive repair. He earned his BS in automotive technology and business. He then began his 30-year career with Ford Motor Company, starting as a technical hotline engineer. He then served as a factory training instructor and a field service engineer for Ford Motor Company, where he provided service support to Ford and Lincoln dealerships.

Owner, A private automotive inspection consultancy in PA

Bachelor of Science (BS), Southern Illinois University

Butler,

Pennsylvania

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FAQs for Automotive Mechanics Expert Witnesses

What types of cases can an automotive mechanic expert witness assist with?

Automotive mechanic expert witnesses can assist with a wide range of cases, including vehicle accidents, mechanical failures, product liability claims, and maintenance disputes.

How can an automotive mechanic expert witness contribute to my case?

They can provide insights into the technical aspects of your case, analyze evidence, reconstruct accidents, and testify on standards of care in the automotive industry.

What subspecialties exist within the field of automotive mechanics for expert witnesses?

Subspecialties include diesel mechanics, brake systems, engine repair, transmission specialists, and auto body repair experts. Each can offer unique insights depending on your case specifics.

Why is it important to hire an expert witness who specializes in automotive mechanics?

An automotive mechanic expert witness has specialized knowledge that can help clarify complex issues related to vehicle operation, maintenance, safety standards, and mechanical failures.

Can an automotive mechanic expert witness help determine if a car accident was caused by mechanical failure?

Yes. They can examine the vehicle involved in the accident to identify any mechanical issues that may have contributed to or caused the incident.

How does Expert Institute select its Automotive Mechanics expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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