Author Archives: Elie Massabki

The Road Ahead: How AI and Automation Are Transforming Cars and Careers

As we approach 2025, the automotive industry is experiencing a seismic shift powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. These technologies are transforming vehicle functionality, reshaping the automotive job market, and redefining our relationship with transportation. In this blog, we’ll dive into how AI and automation are revolutionizing the automotive landscape, their benefits, and what…

Transforming Automotive Training with Skilled2Hire: A Revolutionary Hands-On Platform

In the fast-evolving world of automotive education, engaging students, trainees, and skilled workers in real-time has become a game-changer, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical expertise. Skilled2Hire, a cutting-edge training platform, is at the forefront of this revolution, empowering the automotive industry with hands-on training solutions to enhance workforce development. Whether you’re an…

Advanced Recruitment Strategies to Build Your Dream Team with Mechanics Marketplace

Recruiting the right team for your automotive business is more than just filling auto shop positions; it’s about creating a compelling journey that draws top talent to your organization. While traditional recruitment strategies lay the groundwork, it’s the subtle, personalized approaches that make your mechanic companies stand out. In this blog, we’ll explore advanced techniques…

Toolbelt Generation Shows Up in Large Numbers This Fall at Mechanics Marketplace

The trade industry is booming as how Gen Z is becoming the toolbelt generation turns toward trade schools instead of traditional four-year universities. At Mechanics Marketplace, we’re seeing this shift firsthand as mechanics looking for jobs flock to skilled trades, driving a surge in demand for our automotive recruitment services. This growing interest reflects Gen…

Three-Step Apprenticeship Approach for Diesel Technicians with Mechanics Marketplace

Building a skilled team is vital for mechanic companies, especially when traditional automotive recruiting slows down. Apprenticeship programs offer a powerful solution, allowing shops to cultivate homegrown automotive technicians tailored to their needs. At Mechanics Marketplace, we’re experts in automotive technician recruiting, and we’ve seen how a structured approach can transform mechanics & body shops…

Preparing for an Auto Tech’s Retirement with Mechanics Marketplace

How two auto repair shops are proactively readying their teams for the loss of tenured techs. This past June, Denny’s Auto faced the retirement of a 30-year veteran automotive technician, but thanks to a smart apprenticeship program, the auto shop position never stayed vacant. At Mechanics Marketplace, we see this as a blueprint for success…

The Carolina's Collision Association shared this image on Facebook of a student competing in a SkillsUSA regional competition in April 2022.

Make a Difference by Supporting Trade School Advisory Committees with Mechanics Marketplace

The collision repair industry thrives when shop operators and automotive technicians engage with local trade school advisory committees. At Mechanics Marketplace, we’re passionate about strengthening the mechanics & body shops marketplace through active involvement. I’ve seen the impact firsthand—after years of light participation, I’ve spent the last two deeply invested in six committees. It’s astonishing…

ASA Advocates Federal Support for Apprentice Programs with Mechanics Marketplace

The Automotive Service Association (ASA) is pushing for federal support to bolster apprentice programs in the mechanics & body shops marketplace, and Mechanics Marketplace stands ready to amplify this effort. At a recent U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions hearing, ASA championed the Youth Apprenticeship Advancement Act (S. 2363). ASA’s Executive Director,…

New Partnership Boosts Automotive Career Awareness with Mechanics Marketplace

Leesburg, Va.—The ASE Education Foundation has teamed up with auto dealer associations to host student automotive competitions, and Mechanics Marketplace is proud to amplify this effort in the mechanics & body shops marketplace. These events spotlight career paths for aspiring automotive technicians, connecting schools with businesses to fuel interest in the car repair marketplace through…

I-CAR Launches Campaign to Attract Technicians with Mechanics Marketplace

Hoffman Estates, Ill.—I-CAR’s new Collision Careers platform, launched Wednesday, is a game-changing digital ad campaign targeting the mechanics & body shops marketplace. Partnered with Mechanics Marketplace, this effort tackles a 100,000-tech shortage by showcasing collision repair careers to students and parents. Our automotive recruitment agency is all in, connecting mechanic companies with this fresh talent…