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Pedal to the Metal

Auto Shop, one of the lesser known classes at Palo Alto High School, is home to all things cars. Students often bring in their own cars to fix broken parts, conduct safety inspections or restore the entire engine. The auto class introduces students to mechanical problems experienced in real life, while giving them adequate training and tools to repair cars. Here’s a look inside the auto shop.

Junior Austin Hake changes a tire.
Students use nuts and bolts for many auto projects.
Junior Grace Gringon takes a break from fixing the water pump of her car.
Auto teacher Doyle Knight teaches students how to conduct a car safety inspection.
Students often use a pump to fill tires with air.
Rows of rubber tires line the walls of the auto shop.

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