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Aftermarket employment sets records

Auto Service World

Employment in automotive parts and accessories stores rose by 2% to reach 45,000, setting a new record for the industry. The automotive repair and maintenance industry also hit record-breaking levels, with employment surpassing 123,000. Automobile dealers, the largest segment of automotive employment, saw a 2.4%

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CARS Executive Outlook: Tony Kuczynski

Auto Service World

CARS magazine reached out to leaders in the automotive repair and service sector of the automotive aftermarket to ask them about their thoughts about the industry over the next 12 months. How will the economy impact customer behaviour in 2025 compared to 2024? Geopolitical tensions have added to consumer concerns.

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How aftermarket jobs fared as losses loom

Auto Service World

On the other hand, the automotive repair and maintenance sector led the industry, posting a 1.7 per cent, though DesRosiers notes this is in comparison to a particularly weak March 2024, when plant retooling led to an 8.5 per cent increase in employment, continuing its trend of consistent growth. per cent year-over-year decline.

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CARS Executive Outlook: Mark Pereira

Auto Service World

CARS magazine reached out to leaders in the automotive repair and service sector of the automotive aftermarket to ask them about their thoughts about the industry over the next 12 months. How will the economy impact customer behaviour in 2025 compared to 2024?

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NAPA Recognizes June Mentorship Award Candidates

Brake & Front End

Mead Whippo, Community Vibes Garage, Oxnard, CA Mead Whippo, founder of Community Vibes Garage, and president of Bender’s Automotive, Thousand Oaks, CA, puts his passion for the next generation into action. Because the person matters more than the profession, Whippo doesn’t limit his mentorship to only automotive students.

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NAPA Recognizes June Mentorship Award Candidates

Tomorrow's Technician

Mead Whippo, Community Vibes Garage, Oxnard, CA Mead Whippo, founder of Community Vibes Garage, and president of Bender’s Automotive, Thousand Oaks, CA, puts his passion for the next generation into action. Because the person matters more than the profession, Whippo doesn’t limit his mentorship to only automotive students.

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Is Automotive Service Advisor a Good Career? An Updated Guide for 2024

Automotive Training Centre

Due to significant economic changes in recent years, you may wonder whether service advisor training is the right decision for you in 2024. What Do Automotive Service Advisors Do? Our program teaches students the fundamentals of automotive parts and systems, helping them confidently navigate various shop work environments.