ASE certification prep that doesn't suck. The Spark Specialist (A6) and The Stop Master (A5) are live now — get both for $49 lifetime, or grab one for $19. Real questions in the exact format ASE uses, weighted to the official blueprint, with explanations written by techs who've turned a wrench.
Most prep apps recycle outdated questions, charge $20+ a month, and treat you like a textbook problem instead of a tech with a wrench in your hand and bills to pay.
The ASE A6 retake fee is real money. Most shops only reimburse on PASS — failed attempts come out of your pocket.
Roughly 1 in 3 techs fail an ASE test the first time. Not because they don't know the work — because nobody trained them on the test format.
Other prep apps charge $20+/month with subscription traps. We sell you a test prep, not a recurring bill.
Each level maps to an official ASE certification. Stack them to chase Master Auto Tech (A1–A8). The Spark Specialist (A6) and The Stop Master (A5) are live now — the rest are coming fast.
Voltage drop testing, parasitic draw, alternator diagnosis, CAN networks. The diagnostic-heavy section every tech eventually faces.
From master cylinders to ABS module diagnosis. Heavy on hydraulic theory and modern electronic brake controls.
Mechanical engine work — from compression testing to head gasket diagnosis. The foundation of Master Tech status.
Geometry, alignment specs, steering linkage, EPS systems. Heavy on diagnostic logic and OEM specs.
Modern transmission diagnosis with TCM, line pressure tests, and shift solenoid logic.
Manual transmissions, AWD/4WD systems, differentials. Less common nowadays — more important than ever.
HVAC diagnosis, refrigerant types, electronic climate control. Pairs perfectly with EPA 609.
The toughest A-test. Misfires, mode 6 data, fuel trims, emissions. Where techs become diagnosticians.
The complete ASE Master Auto Tech track plus L1. Lifetime access. The only bundle a serious tech needs.
Pick a brand theme that matches your shop. Subaru tech? Toyota dealer? Independent? The app rebrands itself instantly. Even add your own shop name to the progress reports you'll show your foreman.
// SUBARU TECH
// TOYOTA TECH
// FORD TECH
// HONDA TECH
// GM TECH
// INDEPENDENT
Every correct answer pays $1. Pass a Boss Fight, earn $80. Hit money milestones, unlock new rides — Beater → Daily → Truck → SUV. Each ride upgrades through three visual tiers as you keep grinding. Your progress, made visible.
Every feature is designed around one thing: getting you through the test on the first attempt. No fluff. No filler.
Spaced repetition. Wrong answers come back at 1, 3, and 7 days. Builds muscle memory the way the test actually wants you to think — without burning you out.
Full mock exam. 50 questions, 75 minutes, weighted to the ASE blueprint. Mirrors real test conditions. Beat 70% to pass — beat 80% before booking.
Tech A vs Tech B. The exact format ASE loves. Two techs disagree — figure out who's right, who's wrong, or both. The most common question style on the real test.
Show the foreman. Generate a polished printable progress report — your name, your shop, your mastery, your projected exam-readiness date. Self-advocacy, made easy.
Don't just memorize. Every topic has deep-dive explanations and curated links to ScannerDanner, Pine Hollow, South Main Auto, and other top diagnostic content.
Money + cars + tier upgrades. Every correct answer pays. Boss Fight pass = $80. Hit unlock thresholds, get new rides. Stick with one ride to upgrade through Rust → Clean → Tuned. Studying gets weirdly satisfying.
Look, we'll just put it next to the alternatives. Decide for yourself.
| ASE GARAGE | Pocket Prep | ASE Test Prep | Free Apps | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single A6 lifetime price | $19 | — | $49+ | Free |
| Monthly cost | $9 | $20+ | — | Free |
| Brand-themed for your shop | YES | NO | NO | NO |
| Printable progress report | YES | NO | NO | NO |
| Tech A vs Tech B format | YES | Yes | Yes | Sometimes |
| Shop license for teams | YES — $299/yr | NO | B2B only, $$$ | NO |
| Designed by working techs | YES | Unclear | Yes | NO |
Buy a test once. Lifetime access. Or pay monthly if you'd rather. No subscription traps. No "premium plus pro" tiers. Tax-deductible as a work expense in most jurisdictions.
Pick any one live module — A6 Spark Specialist or A5 Stop Master. $19 once, yours forever.
Every ASE A-series module. A6 + A5 live now — A1, A8, and rest dropping through 2026. Lock in the price today.
Everything in A-Series PLUS L1 Advanced Engine Performance and recert prep.
Shop owners and service managers — get every tech on the certification track for less than the cost of one ASE attempt per person. Foreman dashboard, team leaderboard, individual progress tracking.
Real feedback from working technicians. (More coming as the beta cohort grows.)
I've been a Subaru tech for years and every other prep app feels like it was made by someone who's never touched a wrench. ASE Garage gets it. The Tech A/Tech B format, the shop themes, the progress report I can show my foreman — this is the prep app techs have been waiting for.
Quick answers to the things techs actually ask before buying.
Start the Practice Bay free. No credit card. Two modules live now — A6 Spark + A5 Brakes — for $49 lifetime as a bundle, or $19 each.