5 Most Popular Automotive & Diesel Blog Articles of 2024
At WrenchWay, we strive to bring industry insights, expert advice, and practical tips to professionals working in the automotive and diesel industries. As we reflect on 2024, it’s amazing to see all the helpful content our team has brought to the industry. In 2024, we published: 127 blog articles 51
NHRA Driver Helping to Attract Technicians
Energetic NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Driver, Steve Johnson, makes his first appearance on Beyond the Wrench. After starting as an auto technician, Steve founded the BAT-man (Be A Technician) Scholarship to help break down barriers and attract more technicians to the industry. In this episode, he also shares tips on
Best Technician Recruiting Posts on WrenchWay Shop Talk—November 2024
As we move into the holiday season, hiring tends to slow down. But that doesn’t mean your shop’s recruiting efforts should pause—even if your shop is fully staffed. The end of the year is a natural time for technicians to reflect on their careers and start considering resolutions for the
Relationship-Driven Culture
Tim Winkeler, President & CEO of VIP Tires & Service, joins us to discuss how they prioritize relationships in building their shop culture. VIP Tires & Service has used staff feedback to drive improvements, learning valuable lessons along the way. These include the power of feedback, the importance of closing
Best Shops & Dealerships to Work For in Austin
Looking for the best auto and diesel shops to work for in Austin, including the Round Rock, Georgetown, Leander areas, and beyond? Check out WrenchWay. Our Top Shops are required to provide key details about career growth, pay, benefits, hiring processes, work environment, and other factors that matter most to
The Cost of Technician Turnover and How to Prevent It
Technician turnover is costly and disruptive—especially in the automotive and diesel industries where skilled labor is in high demand. The cost of replacing an employee is estimated to be one-half to two times the worker’s annual compensation… That’s a lot of cash. In this article, we will dive into the
Best Shops & Dealerships to Work For in Milwaukee
With the technician shortage becoming a crisis in the auto and diesel industries, shops nationwide are hiring to fill open positions. But as a technician, how do you find the right fit? Standard job postings often miss key details you need to know before applying. That’s where WrenchWay’s Top Shops
Social Media Post Ideas & Tips to Attract Young Technicians
With the average age of technicians exceeding 40 years old, the aging technician population poses a significant challenge for shops and hiring managers who are already struggling with the technician shortage. It is more important than ever for shops to make a concerted effort to recruit young technicians before even
Career Advice for Aspiring Technicians
As a former technician, Larry Hourcle is now an Academy Instructor at the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) and a valuable voice for dealerships seeking growth. This episode explores Larry’s career transition, the importance of technician development, setting the right tone at the shop, and key career advice for technicians.
You Know You’re a Technician When…
1. You take offense at being called a mechanic. 2. You mistake grease for mold on your sandwich. 3. You tell a random stranger to stop clicking the gas pump or they will damage their evap system. 4. You wash your hands BEFORE using the restroom. 5. You are walking