THE AUTOPEOPLE REPORT | January 2025

How Dealerships Can Deal with the Auto Technician Shortage
The automotive industry is grappling with a significant challenge: a growing shortage of qualified auto technicians. The U.S is in route to see a shortage of 642,000 technicians by 2025, if trends continue, according to a new study by TechForce Foundation.
This issue not only affects the day-to-day operations of dealerships but also impacts customer satisfaction and overall profitability. As the demand for skilled technicians continues to outpace supply, dealerships are searching for innovative ways to attract and retain talent.
Best Practices for Upselling Add-On Services to Increase Revenue Per Transaction
Want to help your dealership thrive? Maximizing revenue per transaction is critical for profitability. While vehicle sales are the backbone of the business, add-on services offer a powerful opportunity to boost your bottom line. From extended warranties to detailing packages, these services not only enhance customer satisfaction but also drive incremental revenue. Read More
Tips for Effective Job Offer Negotiations
When it comes to what’s important in a job, people have a wide range of priorities. According to a 2022 Gallup poll of over 13,000 U.S. employees, 64% of workers rank pay and benefits as their top priority. Close behind, 61% seek greater work-life balance, and 53% value job stability and security. These factors shape not only how employees choose where to work but also how they approach negotiations during the hiring process. Read More
Our candidates have to meet our rigorous specifications, which include exceptional competency in their area of expertise, as well as adhering to our client’s ideal criteria. Only then do we rate them highly and present them to our clients.
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We have contacts at many Trade Schools in the US if you have the need for trained entry level technicians.
- Contact David Adragna, 650-808-7066
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We have a Florida-based Fixed Operations expert available.
- The candidate will consider relocation.
- Contact Amy Smith, 619-701-6550
At Autopeople, we’re recognized as the leading automotive recruitment firm, serving the entire United States and specializing in the recruitment of key automotive talent.
In order to help organizations in the Automotive industry stay competitive and up-to-date, Autopeople created this guide to help employers in evaluating their pay rates while making some adjustments to improve both retention and hiring initiatives. It’s critical to offer competitive salaries, and we’ve compiled the most extensive market data in the auto market in this exclusive report. It is available now for instant download.
Download the Autopeople Salary Guide today and gain an edge in your hiring and retention efforts!
Please view our website at www.autopeople.com, call 1-800-659-9501 or email me, David Adragna, at dadragna@autopeople.com to discuss what Autopeople can do for you.
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