Insight - Automotive Hiring & Career Insights

Why Great Hiring Starts Before You Need an Employee

Proactive dealership hiring prevents costly vacancies. Learn how building a technician and sales talent pipeline early protects your bottom line long term.

For Job Seekers

How to Ask for a Raise at a Dealership (And Get It)

Learn how to ask for a raise at a dealership with real leverage. Timing, numbers, and language that get technicians, advisors, and sales pros paid.

For Car Dealers

EV Service Revenue: A Realistic Forecast for Your Shop Over the Next Three Years

EVs generate less routine maintenance revenue than ICE vehicles. Here is what the next three years actually look like for dealership service departments and where the real opportunity sits.

For Car Dealers

What the 2026 Auto Finance Market Tells You About Your Next Hire

Experian's Q1 2026 auto finance report reveals key market shifts. Here's what the data means for dealership staffing and hiring decisions this year.

Dealership HR manager reviewing EEOC compliance hiring checklist at desk

For Car Dealers

What EEOC Compliance Really Means for Dealership Hiring

EEOC compliance isn't just legal protection – it's a smarter hiring strategy. Learn what dealerships must do to stay compliant and attract better talent.

Why Collision Shops Face a Technician Crisis in 2026

For Car Dealers

Why Collision Shops Are Facing a Technician Shortage

Collision shops are facing a serious technician shortage in 2026. Learn why hiring is harder than ever and what body shop owners must change to stay competitive.

What a Fixed Ops Director Does and How Leaders Grow Into the Role

For Job Seekers

The Role of a Fixed Ops Director, and How to Become One

The Fixed Ops Director role goes beyond managing service or parts. Discover the responsibilities, skills, and career steps needed to move into fixed ops leadership.

For Car Dealers

Hiring for 2026, Why Sales and Service Talent Demand Is Not Slowing Down

Auto sales may stabilize in 2026, but service and repair demand continues to rise. See what industry forecasts mean for dealership sales and service hiring.

For Car Dealers

How to Build a Dealership Employee Referral Program

Learn how to build an employee referral program and use other word-of-mouth recruiting channels to find quality dealership hires that last longer.

For Car Dealers

How to Spot a Great Technician Resume in 60 Seconds

If you know what to look for you can spot a great technician resume in less than 60 seconds.

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The Role of Employee Testimonials in Automotive Recruitment

Car Dealership employee testimonials provide a real and authentic perspective on what it's like to work within a company.

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The Impact of Economic Cycles on Automotive Dealership Hiring

While economic cycles inevitably impact automotive dealership hiring, the long-term implications depend on how dealerships adapt to these fluctuations.

For Car Dealers

The Importance of Dealership Reputation in Recruiting Top Talent

So, how can one dealership stand out from the rest? The answer is simple but powerful: Dealership Reputation.

For Car Dealers

Dealership Apprentice Programs Develop Future Employees

Dealership apprenticship programs give young people and career changers a chance to learn by doing, while giving your dealerships the opportunity to train the next generation.

For Car Dealers

The Benefits of Dealership Partnerships with Trade Schools and Universities

Dealerlship partnerships with trade schools and universities become not only bridge the skills gap but also offer a host of benefits for both the employers and the educational institutions involved.