Do I take the real ASE test here?

No. DosTech Prep is test preparation only. Official ASE tests are taken through ASE's testing process (Entry-Level through participating schools and programs).

Do I get a certificate?

No. This is a study and practice service; it does not award a diploma or certificate.

Can I test in Spanish?

ASE offers A1–A9 and G1 with a side-by-side Spanish translation. For Entry-Level tests, ask your school or testing program.

How long do I keep a single area?

Entry-Level areas: 6 months from purchase. A1–A9 areas: 3 months from purchase. One-time payment.

How does the free trial work?

All-Access is free for 3 days, then $29/month. Cancel before the trial ends and you won't be charged. All-Access covers the 10 Entry-Level areas only.

Is A1–A9 included in All-Access?

No. A1–A9 courses are sold separately at $29 per area with 3 months of access.

¿Recibo un certificado?

No. Es un servicio de estudio y práctica; no otorga diploma ni certificado.

¿Puedo presentar el examen en español?

ASE ofrece A1–A9 y G1 con traducción al español lado a lado. Para Entry-Level, pregunte a su escuela o programa.

¿All-Access incluye A1–A9?

No. All-Access incluye solo las 10 áreas Entry-Level. Los cursos A1–A9 se venden por separado a $29 por área con 3 meses de acceso.

What's on the ASE Entry-Level Test? All 10 Areas Explained

Oct 16, 2026

The ASE Entry-Level tests are designed for students and people who are new to automotive service. Instead of one big exam, they're a series of shorter tests, one per subject area. Your school or program decides which ones you take and when. Official details are published by the ASE Education Foundation (aseeducationfoundation.org); always check there for current format and registration.

The 10 automobile areas

Brakes
Suspension & Steering
Electrical/Electronic Systems
Maintenance & Light Repair
Engine Repair
Engine Performance
Heating & A/C
Automatic Transmission
Manual Drive Train & Axles
Service Technology

How each test is organized

Every area follows a published task list. Brakes, for example, is split into diagnosis, hydraulics, drum brakes, disc brakes, power assist, and ABS/electronic brakes. Questions are multiple choice and focus on what a new technician should know: identifying parts, basic diagnosis, safe procedures, and choosing the most likely cause.

What kinds of questions to expect

"Most likely cause": a symptom is described and you pick the best explanation.
Procedure order: what comes first (hint: verifying the concern and checking service information usually does).
Technician A / Technician B: two statements; decide who is right.
Terms and components: knowing what a part does.

Try one

A vehicle pulls to the right only when braking. The MOST likely cause is: A) Low tire pressure on the left B) Overfilled master cylinder C) Left front caliper not applying D) Worn rear shoes

Answer: C. A car pulls toward the side that's braking harder. If the left front isn't applying, the right side wins.

Where to start

Most students start with Maintenance & Light Repair and Brakes, because they build the habits the other areas assume. Study one or two areas at a time, take a practice test early to find gaps, then take a second one a few days before test day.

Frequently asked questions

How many areas are on the ASE Entry-Level automobile tests?

There are 10 automobile areas, from Brakes and Electrical to Service Technology. Each is a separate test.

Do I have to take all of them?

Your school or program decides which Entry-Level tests you take. Many students take a few at a time.

Are DosTech Prep questions the real test questions?

No. They are original practice questions written to match the published task areas. DosTech Prep is test prep only and not affiliated with ASE.

Is there a Spanish version of the practice material?

Yes. Every DosTech Prep lesson and practice question is in English and Spanish side by side.

Practice all 10 areas in English and Spanish. $19 per area (6 months) or All-Access at $29/month with a 3-day free trial. Or start with free questions: Brakes · Electrical · Maintenance.

Test preparation only. DosTech Prep is not affiliated with or endorsed by ASE. ASE is a registered mark of the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. Practice questions are original, not actual test questions. No certificate is awarded and passing is not guaranteed.