TechMission Local Events: WrenchWay Awards — Nominations Now Open!
It’s no secret that our mission at WrenchWay is to promote and improve careers in the automotive and diesel industry. In the spirit of promoting all the great talent we have in the industry, we’re excited to announce the first ever, WrenchWay Awards! The WrenchWay Awards will coincide with our
TechMission Local Events: Voice of Technician Survey
Shops everywhere need technicians. The scary part of the technician shortage is it’s a double-edged sword: Not only are less young people entering the industry, but more technicians are leaving the industry to retire or to work in a different industry. We cannot afford to lose any technicians. It is
Building an Apprenticeship Program
Jason Olinger, Lead Automotive Technician at Gwatney Chevrolet is back on Beyond the Wrench! In this week’s episode, Jason explains how he has helped build and grow his shop’s apprenticeship program and shares key lessons he has learned along the way. Watch the Full Episode class="mce_SELRES_start"> Show Notes Resources: WrenchWay
Are Your Shop’s Technician Recruiting & Retention Methods Outdated?
Things are forever changing in the automotive industry. New vehicles and technology are forcing shops to evolve their processes and procedures. However, many shops and dealerships are still stuck in the stone age when it comes to recruiting and retaining technicians. In this blog, WrenchWay and RepairPal partner up to
WrenchWay Announces Limited Time Special Anniversary Pricing
WrenchWay is turning three, and we’re celebrating by giving back to the automotive and diesel community! We're offering some pretty crazy pricing in honor of our third anniversary. WrenchWay annual memberships are currently available for $600 for the Standard membership and $900 Premium version! One of the best parts about
Mastering the Art of Communication
Get ready for a jam-packed episode where we talk about the secret weapon of technicians: Communication! Join us as we chat with Zach Espinosa, Automotive Technician at Dolan Toyota. We talk about how he has mastered the skill of communication, the importance of face-to-face interactions with technicians, and how we
19+ Online Resources Every Automotive or Diesel Student Needs
There are many online resources out there for students, but most are not specific to the automotive and diesel industries. So, we fixed that! If you are a high school or college student pursuing a career in automotive, diesel, or collision, we have compiled a list of resources to help
TechMission Local Events: Recognition Room
It’s no secret that positivity in the workplace leads to higher productivity, happier employees, and improved employee retention. Creating a positive work environment is not only important to individual employees and the collective shop, but it’s crucial if we want to grow the automotive and diesel industry as a whole.
Future of the Diesel Industry
Houman “HK” Kashanipour, CEO & President of Alliant Power, joins us to talk about the changes and growth diesel shops are facing. HK also discusses the changes Alliant Power has gone through, what it will take to attract future diesel technicians, and how dealers can stay profitable while the industry
TechMission Local Events: Shop Showcase
Ever wonder what it’s like to work at different shops/dealerships in your area? Ever wish you could give feedback to shops/dealerships about how they could improve the lives of their technicians? Now is your chance! As a part of our upcoming TechMission Local Events taking place virtually in September in