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According to data from the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), significantly more automotive technicians are retiring each year than are entering the field, with estimates suggesting a shortfall of around 37,000 new technicians annually to replace those retiring and meet new job demand; meaning the industry needs to replace nearly 76,000 technicians per year while only graduating around 39,000 new service techs from training programs.

"𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐞..." The image below represents the top searches in Automotive on YouTube. Creating content about the automotive industry can be an opportunity, but the premise on which much of that content is being created is deeply concerning. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐬: - Small Facilities Closing: More small automotive facilities are shutting down because they can't find the right help. - Dealership Technicians Leaving: Many dealer techs are leaving their well-paying jobs for various reasons and not joining the aftermarket. - Technicians Leaving the Repair Side: Non-dealer techs are also leaving the repair side of the industry in search of better opportunities. When they don't find them within automotive, other industries that require basic tools are eagerly hiring them. They offer respectable salaries, benefits, and sometimes even a car with a gas card. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: This situation is setting the stage for major disruption. Training enough robots to fix cars isn't a feasible solution. Automotive repair involves much more than just draining oil and torquing tires. The complexity and variety of tasks require skilled human technicians. As the industry faces these challenges, it's clear that significant changes are needed to attract and retain talent. Without addressing these issues, the future of automotive repair and maintenance looks uncertain and quite honestly... bleak. But I can fix my car. Can you fix yours? How do you think the industry should tackle these challenges? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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Rev up your career in the dynamic world of the automobile industry! Explore opportunities to drive innovation, engineering excellence, and customer satisfaction. Whether you're passionate about design, manufacturing, sales, or technology, the automotive sector offers endless possibilities for growth and impact. Connect with industry leaders, stay updated on the latest trends, and accelerate your professional journey today! #AutomotiveIndustry #CareerOpportunities #Innovation #Engineering #JoinTheDrive"

WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE ENTRY LEVEL IN ADAS: You want to lose clients. Controversial? Hear me out: 1. What do your clients do when your techs can't solve an underlying problem? Where do they go? 2. What if wire harnesses need repairing? 3. What if a sensor needs reprogramming? 4. What if your aftermarket tools don't cut it and the tech needs to use OE tools? 5. What if you fail to calibrate too many cars? How patient is your client when you're charging for a premium service? Entry techs have their place. But you need a comprehensive and extensive training program to ensure they're up to speed when they hit the road/racks. You need a senior tech to teach and guide them. Don't be like your competitors. Stand out with demonstrable talent. #ADAS #automotiveindustry #calibration #hiring

The role of the service advisor is changing. Service advisors have to turn into tech whizzes. The automotive world is shifting FAST with EVs. It’s not just about new cars but a new lifestyle. Service advisors will evolve their knowledge and demeanor: 👉 Tech Knowledge: EVs have fewer parts. Advisors must know tech, not just engines. 👉 Customer Experience: Think Genius Bar reps, guiding customers through EV ownership. 👉 Bridge Builders: They link tech and service, ensuring smooth experiences. I think the OEMs also need to think about the design of the service drive. It won't be just a spot for "write ups" anymore. Maybe the techs will actually spend more time as advisors and less at their bays. Dealerships are already forming EV specialist teams for sales. Maybe it is time to make that shift in service too... #EV #electricvehicles #genius #service #automotiveindustry

🚗 Revolutionizing Automotive Diagnostics with Mechanics Marketplace Most complex vehicle problems can take weeks to diagnose. At Mechanics Marketplace we leverage AI to cut through research time and deliver solutions in minutes. Our platform also guides technicians 🔧 step-by-step through diagnostics and implementation. For new technicians , we’ve partnered with ASE to provide pre-loaded training modules, enabling them to level up quickly 🚀 and apply their skills in real-world, practical contexts . Mechanics Marketplace is a game-changing platform designed to: ✅ Boost Technician Productivity 😊 Reduce Customer Complaints 💼 Increase Dealership Profitability We’re looking for auto repair shop owners & dealership foremen and fixed ops directors interested in improving their diagnostic times and accuracy and who are also willing to collaborate with us to beta-test our product and improve our AI models. For further details, contact us at info\\@mechanicsmarketplace.com #TechnicianSupport #FasterRepairs #SkillDevelopment #AutoDealershipSolutions #ProductivityBoost #CustomerRetention #TrainingModules #RepairEfficiency #ReduceDowntime #ASECertification #WorkforceOptimization #ProfitableDealerships #SkilledWorkforce #OnTheJobTraining #SmartAutoRepairs    

Next Assist: the solution for future workshops. Next Assist is an advanced technical consulting service designed to provide external professional support to workshops. In today’s automotive world, where vehicle complexity is increasing rapidly, especially with the rise of electric vehicles and advanced systems, workshops can’t afford to face these challenges alone. Next Assist offers continuous support, providing detailed, brand-specific information to ensure technicians can handle repairs for a wide range of vehicles. This support isn’t optional—Next Assist is essential for workshops to remain competitive and profitable in a fast-evolving industry. With Next Assist, your workshop stays ahead of the curve, ensuring high-quality repairs and up-to-date knowledge on the latest automotive technologies. Next Assist is the solution for future workshops. #AutomotiveIndustry #AutomotiveAssistance #TechnicalAssistance #NextAssist #WorkshopSupport #VehicleRepair #AutomotiveSolutions #ModernWorkshops #CarWorkshop

Scaling and building an ADAS calibration business is HARD. 1. How do you drum up business? 2. Once you drum up business, how do you meet that demand when there's so few technicians that can perform this work? 3. How do you negotiate successfully with insurance companies? 4. How do you educate body shops in your area? We don't have all the answers or the knowledge you do, otherwise we'd be running our own calibration business! But we solve problems 1 & 2 for our clients day-in, day-out. Business development and finding ADAS technicians can be hard, but it doesn't have to be. #ADAS #automotiveindustry #expansion