There is a growing shortage of auto mechanics in the industry as workers age out. Certain issues like stigma and finding ...

According to Hogan and Sons, the average base labor charge for a technician to work on a car ranges between $80-$100 an hour, so an additional $40-$50 upcharge for the equipment isn’t outrageous.

The company released the results of a recent survey of automotive service technicians at a press conference held today at the Specialty Equipment market Association (SEMA) tradeshow in Las Vegas.

The BLS estimates that about 69,000 openings for automotive service technicians and mechanics are projected each year, on average, over the decade until 2030. That puts those sectors in direct ...