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ArticlesMay 19, 2026

Why The Skilled Trades Shortage Leads to Opportunity

The skilled trades are short millions of workers, but the upside is big: strong pay, job security, and careers AI can’t replace

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherDecember 17, 2025

Vehicle Availability and Market Shifts Shaped Fleet Decisions in 2025 [Part 7]

Vehicle availability shifted in 2025, pushing fleets to rethink replacements, juggle van shortages, and lean on smarter planning to stay on track.

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherDecember 16, 2025

Workforce Pressures Pushed Fleets to Rethink Talent, Training, and Support in 2025 [Part 6]

With tech shortages, yard gaps, and driver turnover rising in 2025, fleets rebuilt their workforce strategy around support, culture, and smarter tools.

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Videosby Lauren FletcherNovember 17, 2025

How the Hourglass Foundation is Helping Solve the Technician Shortage

Meet the Hourglass Foundation and how they’re helping future techs build real careers in the fleet world.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 11, 2025

ASE, CREF, I-CAR & WrenchWay Partner to Address Technician Shortage

ASE is working with the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair, the Collision Repair Education Foundation, and WrenchWay to address the critical need for service professionals.

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Videosby Lauren FletcherMay 27, 2025

How Purpose Auto is Solving the Mechanic Shortage with VR

What if you could train automotive mechanics safely, efficiently, and without the need for a physical car? Purpose Auto is making that possible with its groundbreaking Virtual Reality (VR) training program.

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Newsby StaffMarch 10, 2025

Ford Invests $4M to Tackle Auto Technician Shortage

Ford is investing $4 million in auto tech scholarships to help address the nationwide technician shortage, providing 800 students with financial support.

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Chatty Chassisby Lauren FletcherJanuary 30, 2025

Driver Shortages or Fleet Retention Problems? Let’s Talk Solutions

Is it a driver shortage or a retention problem? Either way, your trucks aren't moving without drivers. Let's talk about real-world solutions to keep your fleet rolling.

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2024 Work Truck Trends
Newsby Lauren FletcherDecember 20, 2024

Work Truck’s 2024 Trends Series: Key Insights to Keep Your Fleet Ahead

Work Truck’s seven-part series unpacks 2024’s biggest trends: inventory rebounds, EV adoption, AI, labor shortages, and regulatory shifts. Check it out today!

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Articlesby Lauren FletcherDecember 20, 2024

2024 Work Truck Trends: Labor and Workforce Shortages, Addressing the Growing Gaps

Labor shortages hit fleets hard in 2024. From technician gaps to driver retention, see how managers are using training, tech, and innovation to stay ahead.

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