Biography
Justin Russell brings over 10 years of professional experience in advanced automotive diagnostics, high-voltage systems, and vehicle data analysis to the classroom. His career began with Ford Motor Company, where he specialized in drivability and electrical concerns, gaining deep expertise in OEM diagnostic strategies. He later expanded his scope at General Motors, where he worked extensively with network communications, scan tool data, and oscilloscope testing to solve some of the most challenging diagnostic cases in the field.
Justin is the founder of Precision Automotive Solutions, a training and consulting business that provides oscilloscope instruction and on-call expert diagnostic support for professional technicians nationwide. Through this role, he has developed curriculum and training programs that emphasize hands-on learning, critical thinking, and evidence-based diagnostics—skills that directly translate into success for students entering today’s rapidly evolving automotive industry.
His particular specialties include waveform interpretation, CAN bus fault analysis, in-cylinder pressure transducer testing, and the integration of scan tool and oscilloscope data for root cause identification. He is passionate about helping students build confidence in their ability to diagnose vehicles without guesswork, and he emphasizes a structured approach to problem solving that mirrors real-world industry expectations.
At Utah Valley University, Justin is committed to preparing the next generation of automotive professionals with the technical skills, analytical mindset, and professionalism required to thrive in modern service environments. His goal is not only to teach tools and techniques, but also to inspire students to see diagnostics as both an art and a science.
