How to Give Students Exposure to the Automotive Industry When Your School Doesn’t Have a Dedicated Program
The automotive and diesel industries offer a wealth of exciting career opportunities, from manufacturing and sales to maintenance and repair. With such a wide range of roles available, students have the potential to build long, rewarding careers in these dynamic fields. Unfortunately, many junior high and senior high schools lack
Building True Leadership in the Shop
Chris Craig, Fixed Operations Content Owner at RockED, shares insights from his new white paper and upcoming book on technician training and leadership. He discusses the difference between an appointed leader and a true leader, understanding younger generations, and how to balance multiple personalities in the shop. Chris also highlights
Bozard Ford Lincoln Hires 30+ Technicians and Creates a Talent Pipeline with WrenchWay
Learn how Bozard Ford Lincoln has leveraged their WrenchWay Top Shop page to hire double-digit technicians, build a strong talent pipeline, showcase their shop culture in various ways to set themselves apart, and boost technician referrals to their high-performing dealership in St. Augustine, FL. Teaming Up with WrenchWay to Showcase
Thriving as a Young Technician
Naomi Kraemer, a first-generation technician, shares her journey from overcoming insecurities as a young tech to becoming a Main Line Technician at Subaru of Olathe. She reflects on the challenges of landing her first shop job, the invaluable experience gained while shadowing master technicians, learning about when to ask questions,
Shop Software 101
Joe Toscano, keynote speaker, author, and technology expert of “The Social Dilemma” Netflix documentary, discusses his journey of returning to his automotive roots to become COO of Gateway Auto. He touches on tips for choosing the right shop software, protecting customer data, and creating strong passwords for better online security.
Audi Dealers & WrenchWay Work to Promote Automotive Technicians Careers
Over 100 Audi Dealerships Nationwide Join WrenchWay to Support the Next Generation of Technicians WrenchWay and Audi dealerships are excited to announce a new collaboration to elevate the automotive technician profession and help fill critical workforce gaps in the automotive industry through educational partnerships. As part of the joint effort,
The Walser Way
We took the Beyond the Wrench Podcast live with Walser Automotive Group to explore how they earned their reputation as one of the nation’s top dealership employers. We dive into their commitment to continuous improvement, workplace culture, and why being a top employer is central to their mission. Watch the
WrenchWay 2024 Year in Review
WrenchWay Co-Founders, Jay Goninen and Mark Wilson, reflect on 2024, sharing highlights, challenges, and what’s to come in 2025. They discuss proud moments, lessons learned, and future plans—all while focusing on WrenchWay’s mission to promote and improve technician careers. Watch the Full Episode Show Notes About Our Guest Mark
WrenchWay & ASE Invite Technicians to Share Pay Data Anonymously to Address Earning Myths
Our industry needs accurate pay data. Help us create useful benchmarks by sharing your compensation anonymously. In a collective effort to challenge misconceptions surrounding technician pay, WrenchWay and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) are inviting technicians to anonymously share their pay information through their online pay tool.
Shaping Collision Careers Through Mentorship
Max Sorensen, Senior Vice President of Operations at Caliber discusses the critical role mentorship and structure play in shaping successful auto collision technicians. He shares insights on Caliber’s Technician Apprentice Program (TAP), the rise of female apprentices, and how a bad mentor can derail careers. Watch the Full Episode