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June 2026 Jobs Report: What 57,000 Jobs Added Means for the Tire Industry

The U.S. economy added just 57,000 jobs in June — well below the 110,000 forecast....

The Tire Industry in 2026: Jobs, Salaries, and Career Opportunities

The U.S. tire market is worth $26.8 billion in 2026 and supports over 801,000 jobs...

172,000 Jobs Added. So Why Does Hiring Still Feel Slow?

172,000 jobs added in May, unemployment stuck at 4.3% for nearly a year. Here's what...

How to Hire Tire Technicians in 2026: A Complete Guide for Dealers

Over 55% of tire businesses can't fill open roles, and the average tech tenure is...

How to Become a Tire Technician in 2026: Complete Career Entry Guide

No degree required, 15,500 openings per year, and a salary track that reaches $114K at...

Tire Technician Retention Strategies for 2026: How to Stop Losing Your Best Technicians

With average tenure of just 1–2 years and 413,000 separation-driven openings projected through 2026, tire...

Tire Industry Career Path 2026: How to Advance from Technician to Plant Manager

The tire industry career path offers two distinct tracks — service/sales and manufacturing — each...

25 Tire Sales Representative Interview Questions: A Complete 2026 Hiring Guide

Finding a great tire sales rep is harder than it looks. The best candidates are...

Workforce Trends Shaping Automotive in 2026: What U.S. Tire & Auto Employers Must Prepare For

More than half of U.S. tire businesses are struggling to fill open roles and the...

Why 55% of Tire Businesses Can’t Fill Open Roles (And How to Fix It)

More than half of U.S. tire businesses are struggling to fill open roles and the...
Automotive Industry Salary Guide 2026
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