In a world dominated by screens, apps, and instant results, something surprising is happening: young people are rediscovering the value of working with their hands. There’s a growing appreciation for craftsmanship—the kind that requires patience, attention to detail, and pride in the finished product. At Automotive Mentoring Group, we see it every day. When students begin restoring a vehicle, they aren’t just learning how cars work. They’re learning what it feels like to crea

For many young people, learning doesn’t happen best sitting behind a desk. It happens with hands on an engine, tools in reach, and a mentor standing nearby saying, “Let’s figure this out together.” At Automotive Mentoring Group, the shop is the classroom. Instead of lectures and worksheets, students learn by doing—diagnosing problems, restoring vehicles, and seeing firsthand how effort leads to real results. This kind of learning builds more than technical skill; it builds co

A young man walked into our world with a simple but powerful question: “Where can I learn automotive restoration from someone who truly knows the craft?” Like many in his generation, he did what comes naturally—he Googled it. Not just automotive restoration classes or mechanic schools in Chicago , but something far more specific. He searched for: “The Mr. Miyagi of automotive restoration in Chicago.” That search said everything. More Than a Skill — A Mentor He wasn’t just lo

At Automotive Mentoring Group (AMG), we see firsthand how a shared passion can change the direction of a life. One of the most inspiring stories to come through our shop is that of a father and son who walked in with a classic car—and walked out with a strengthened bond, real-world skills, and a future that now reaches all the way into the skies. When they first arrived at AMG, the car was more of a dream than a drivable machine. Time had taken its toll, and the restoration a