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Automotive Industry Trends Every Shop Owner Should Know in 2026

Key automotive industry trends shaping 2026 ▶ Electric vehicle market growth — EV sales hit 1.6 million in 2024, but adoption remains uneven across states, with California, Washington, and Vermont leading the transition. ▶ AI

Podcast Preview (Episode 28): Strategies to Help Your Shop Hire and Retain (Part 1)

The Shop Management Show, AutoLeap’s flagship podcast, is back to cover a topic on the minds of many shop owners: ...

7 Best Auto Mechanic Schools

Are you passionate about cars? Do you already handle your vehicle’s own repair work? Table of Contents If you answered ...

8 Best Auto Repair Podcasts to Listen to in 2024

The lives of technicians and auto repair shop owners are not easy. You operate in a world of ever-changing technology ...

Podcast Preview (Episode 27): The Journey of an Auto Shop Owner (Part 2)

The Shop Management Show, AutoLeap’s new podcast, is back for part two of a discussion covering the unique management challenges ...

Podcast Preview (Episode 26): The Journey of an Auto Shop Owner (Part 1)

The Shop Management Show, AutoLeap’s new podcast, is back to cover the unique management challenges of auto repair shop owners. ...

Podcast Preview (Episode 25): How to Prepare Your Shop for a Profitable 2024 (Part 2)

The Shop Management Show, AutoLeap’s new podcast, is back for part two of a discussion on 2024 shop planning. How ...

Podcast Preview (Episode 24): How to Prepare Your Shop for a Profitable 2024 (Part 1)

The Shop Management Show, AutoLeap’s new podcast, is turning its attention to the New Year for auto repair businesses. How ...

How High Should Your Shop’s Ceiling Be For A Car Lift?

A professional car lift can dramatically impact the workspace in your auto repair shop. It’s a balance to install the ...

Podcast Preview (Episode 23): Improving Customer Communication in Your Auto Repair Shop (Part 2)

The Shop Management Show, AutoLeap’s new podcast, is back to cover part two of a discussion on effective customer and ...

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