The Art of Great Shop Culture
Arvin Merino, the Service Director of Toyota of Seattle and Honda of Seattle, joins us to discuss the remarkable shop culture within their shops. Arvin explains how listening to shop staff, fostering relationships outside of the shop, and placing a stronger emphasis on staffing and selecting individuals with the right
WrenchWay Helps Honda & Toyota of Seattle Service Departments Become Fully Staffed
Honda and Toyota of Seattle have been long-time clients of WrenchWay, and over the years, the partnership has evolved into a friendship. You may have come across their content on WrenchWay Shop Talk or even seen their team speak at our events. Overall, we have really enjoyed helping Honda and
Shaping a Better and Brighter Auto Industry
Tara Topel joins us to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Topel's Service Center, Inc.! As a Co-Owner of an independent shop and towing center, Tara brings a unique perspective to the table. During the episode, she covers ways in which shops can support schools, emphasizes the importance of encouraging youth
Career Paths & Expectations for Young Diesel Techs
This week, we welcome Tom Wozniak, Diesel Technology Instructor at Madison College, and two of his current students, Jacob Breunig and Max Richard. Together, they discuss the importance of having confidence and patience as young technicians, express concerns regarding the future of diesel, and emphasize the need for shops to
Join Us for TechMission 2023: Treating Technicians Like an Asset, Not an Expense
We are incredibly excited to host the 4th annual TechMission virtual event! Get ready for a day of invigorating roundtables and discussion at the automotive and diesel industry’s best virtual event! 📅 Date: Wednesday, November 8, 2023 📍 Location: Online 🎟️ Cost: FREE Register Today TechMission brings together technicians, shop
The Art of Teaching & Nurturing Technician Talent
Brandon Steckler, Technical Editor at Motor Age Magazine, takes us on a unique voyage through his automotive career. Moving from a technician role to becoming an instructor and eventually an author has provided Brandon with valuable industry insights. In this episode, he covers how to enhance our technician certification system,
2023 TechMission Local Events – Giveaway Winners
That's a wrap on our first round of TechMission Local Events! Thank you to everyone who participated! It’s time to announce our giveaway winners! As a reminder, we awarded giveaway entries for completing the 2023 Voice of Technician Survey and for completing the individual shop surveys. View the Official Prize
Putting Your Technicians First
Allen Turner, Owner of Allen Turner Automotive Group, believes the most important people in his dealerships are his technicians. In this episode, we explore how Allen’s passion for automotive began, what a good shop culture looks like, and how he has grown his own roster of technicians. Watch the Full
2023 WrenchWay Award Winners
The automotive and diesel industries are filled with so much immense talent. From educators, to technicians, to shop owners and managers, and beyond—we are truly fortunate for each and every individual working hard to move the industry forward. As we wrap up our first round of TechMission Local Events in
Growing a High School Auto Program
Tracey Hicks, Automotive Instructor at Frederick County Public Schools, gives us an inside look at what it’s like to build a high school auto program while gaining industry relationships. Tracey discusses the benefits of working with past graduates, the impact of industry support on his program, and the need to