Philip Austin, Technical Training & Development Manager, Niterra North America
Let’s talk about improving the automotive industry and properly training future technicians. Philip walks us through why dedicated training during the day instead of after work can be valuable. He also breaks down the impact of hands-on training, and discusses the importance of teaching the basics. Watch the Full Episode
500+ New Requests from Auto, Diesel, & CTE Instructors on WrenchWay
At the beginning of each semester, we encourage automotive, diesel, and CTE instructors at high schools and post-secondary institutions to post updates about their program and list any needs/support they could use from local shops and dealers on WrenchWay School Connect. This semester, instructors came in HOT, posting 500+ new
Joe McCue, Founder & Partner, Pencilwrench
Helping technicians quickly write accurate repair event documentation, Pencilwrench allows shops to provide customers with an invoice that is clear, concise, and readable. In this episode, we explore how new shop software can help improve the overall perception of technician careers by bringing professionalism and transparency to the forefront. Watch
Best Practices for Recruiting Technicians in 2024
The beginning months of the year are a prime time for technicians to look for new opportunities, whether for personal growth or career advancement. However, considering the ongoing technician shortage, hiring efforts have become a year-round focus for shops, not just a seasonal effort. So, no matter the time of
Best Tools to Equip New Technicians for Entry-Level Work
Whenever you’re starting to build your tool set for working on cars, it can be overwhelming to look at all the options. There are all different kinds of tools and they don’t all have an automotive label on them for easy identification. If you’re a new technician just starting out
Jon Belmonte, CEO, AutoVitals
Technician efficiency and productivity are crucial factors in maximizing your shop's profitability. In this episode, we discuss the impact new technology can have on shops, exploring how it can simplify technicians' tasks, improve customer retention, and ultimately boost revenue. Watch the Full Episode <span; Show Notes About Our Guest Jon
Celebrating Career & Technical Education (CTE): Importance & Impact on Automotive and Diesel Careers
Every February marks Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, where we celebrate and raise awareness for CTE programs across the country dedicated to preparing students for the workforce. There is a lot that goes into preparing the future of the workforce and it is no easy task. CTE programs play
Airbags Spark New Relationship Between Metro Ford of Madison and Jefferson High School on WrenchWay
Many automotive and CTE instructors across the country are dealing with budget cuts and underfunded programs. Without the funding to keep up with the quickly evolving automotive industry, instructors struggle to attract students to their program and properly educate students who are interested in the industry. Facing the high demand
Matthew Donovan & Craig Misak, SocketTime
Is the automotive industry still the only industry that uses faxes? Let’s talk about shop management, scheduling, and improving your shop’s efficiency! In this episode, we'll explore the unique SocketTime software and how it helps shops maximize every technician’s day and every hour, while still allowing flexible scheduling for technicians.
2024 Technician & Mechanic Stats: Recruiting, Job Satisfaction, Pay, and More
To stay competitive during the technician shortage, recruiters and shop managers need to stay up-to-date on the latest trends and insights in regards to technician recruiting. We’ve made it real easy for you by compiling 39 compelling stats that we gathered from our latest Voice of Technician Survey and WrenchWay