Meet Kevin Tetz

Technician, Trainier, Author, Lifelong Learner
Kevin Neils Tetz
Founder
A career auto body repair technician, Kevin Tetz Launched the award winning PAINTUCATION Instructional Videos in 1999 teaching fundamental repair and refinish techniques to DIY enthusiasts. Kevin is a published freelance journalist writing for magazines including Nashville Arts, Southern & Northern Rodder, Mustang & Fords, Chevy High Performance, Car Craft, Hot Rod, Mustang Monthly, Car Craft, Wheel Hub and Truck Hub.   Kevin has hosted several TV series since 2002, including three seasons of “CLASSIC RIDES” on DIY Network and Nine seasons hosting and co-producing the popular “TRUCKS! TV” series on SPIKE, NBC Sports, and various other Networks. Currently his series “Hands on Cars” airs on Amazon Prime, and the Digital Lug Streaming App, and a third season is currently in production.  Kevin’s first book “Patina, creating and preserving” is available through Cartech Publishing, and a second title “Truck Beds” was released June of 2022. Kevin & Paintucation have developed and launched online trade school training programs (Paintucation University and Paintucation PRO) recently accredited by ASE. Kevin currently holds a master technician certification and Instructor Status with Axalta Paint Corporation. Kevin is on the advisory board for TCAT/Smyrna TN and volunteers in their collision repair program. Paintucation and Kevin enjoy a large social media following on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube, and he's been a sought after guest on many industry podcasts & events that feature entrepreneurs & public personalities. 
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Your success is my mission.

Why? Because I believe there is an amazing career waiting to be revealed to those who are willing to work hard and be open to receiving information. Everyone deserves the chance to become successful, no matter what that means to them.  The mentors I've had in my life opened up my mind, and demonstrated opportunities that I'd never considered. The more I can give back to the community and industry that has given me so much, the more I honor my mentors, teachers, and role models.
I'm a child of divorced parents, I grew up poor, I had undiagnosed learning issues, and the odds were stacked against me succeeding in life. Once my eyes were opened up to the possibilities within everyone's reach, my life started to change. My hope is that the lessons and integrity woven into these training courses will filter into learners lives, and help them form habits that open them up to possibilities and opportunity.

I want you to win!

Creative Training Solutions:

Step-by-Step Demonstrations:

Gain confidence with practical, easy-to-follow demonstrations with interactive questions, assessments, knowledge checks, and certifications.

Spanish Language Translation:

Every technician needs training. We want to be part of the solution for non-english speaking learners that are ready to improve their skills!

Current and modern curriculum using the latest technologies:

All new training guides that keep up with changing technology in today's collision repair environment.

Approved & accredited Training:

We are proud to be recognized as an accredited ASE training provider.

Versitile teaching Tools:

Instructors can use this course as a digital "teachers-aid", assign homework, record progress and scores, or assign Paintucation PRO as a stand-alone study program.

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