TSLA400.62011.72%
GM81.3203.27%
F12.8700.43%
RIVN17.2300.34%
CYD43.2600.9381%
HMC25.0000.64%
TM217.2004.34%
CVNA387.50025.26%
PAG161.3205.3%
LAD283.0408.17%
AN207.9909.7%
GPI349.94014.46%
ABG211.4407.35%
SAH70.7003.33%
TSLA400.62011.72%
GM81.3203.27%
F12.8700.43%
RIVN17.2300.34%
CYD43.2600.9381%
HMC25.0000.64%
TM217.2004.34%
CVNA387.50025.26%
PAG161.3205.3%
LAD283.0408.17%
AN207.9909.7%
GPI349.94014.46%
ABG211.4407.35%
SAH70.7003.33%
TSLA400.62011.72%
GM81.3203.27%
F12.8700.43%
RIVN17.2300.34%
CYD43.2600.9381%
HMC25.0000.64%
TM217.2004.34%
CVNA387.50025.26%
PAG161.3205.3%
LAD283.0408.17%
AN207.9909.7%
GPI349.94014.46%
ABG211.4407.35%
SAH70.7003.33%


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Ford’s SOS program is one way to address this technician shortage, but more automakers and dealers must get in on the effort.

Why is there still a technician shortage and what are industry leaders doing about it? 

- November 28, 2023
The lack of qualified technicians is an ever-present issue for most dealerships. By next year, this shortfall is projected to increase to 642,000 open positions across the automotive industry. That’s...
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Why are so many auto technicians leaving, and how can this be fixed? The answer starts with proper onboarding procedures.

4 tips for car dealers when onboarding new auto technicians

- November 15, 2023
During a WrenchWay Roundtable broadcast, a statistic was shared showing that 42% of today’s auto technicians leave the workplace during the first two years. Why are so many auto technicians...
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DOL and Mercedes-Benz team up to train the next generation of auto workers

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How one Texas dealership is ushering in the next generation of auto technicians

- October 26, 2022
It's no secret that the retail automotive industry is transforming rapidly, and auto dealers must cultivate a staff that is up to the challenge. Today on Inside Automotive, we're joined...
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The auto industry is changing — so are technicians

- September 29, 2022
Most dealers are experiencing relief from the past couple of years’ difficulties. So, admittedly, there’ll be no argument or complaint about the increased inventory and sales. But a new challenge...
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Car dealerships and auto techs must start preparing for an EV transition

- June 29, 2022
To be carbon neutral by 2050, all drivers need to switch from gasoline vehicles to EVs. As we’ve seen lately, there’s been a big push to make this happen. President Biden...
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Ford

Ford partners with car dealers to train young, up-and-coming auto technicians

- June 24, 2022
With how popular electric vehicles have become, it is no wonder that large dealerships and training companies are partnering together to work with technicians and auto service students to service...
Daily Automotive News Articles

Is it time for a fixed ops refresh? Here are 3 areas to focus on – John Fairchild

- May 13, 2022
We’ve heard from many car dealers around the country who continue to face challenges like managing inventory and retaining staff. Today on Inside Automotive, we’re pleased to welcome John Fairchild,...
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auto technician

Auto technician shortages continue to cause problems for the industry

- February 10, 2022
Last year, we discussed the state of the technician shortage and none of the information looked promising. It was clear to us then that something major needed to shift in...
Fixed-Ops Articles
Price

3 areas forward-thinking car dealers should focus on for better used car management

- January 27, 2022
Welcome to this week’s episode of Used Cars Weekly, the original CBT News show dedicated to bringing car dealers best practices and tips for the used car department, in-depth dealer...
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