Numbers: Women at the Wheel
Women at the Wheel
The automotive service industry is still made up of mostly men, but more and more women are joining the industry across every role. Here’s how the current generation of female shop owners are running their shops, according to the 2025 Ratchet+Wrench Industry Report.
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Raised labor rate in past 2 years |
72% |
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Revenue above $1 million |
65% |
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Opportunity above $800 |
65% |
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Works with a consultant or business coach |
53% |
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Average repair order above $400 |
40% |
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Posted labor rate above $140 |
39% |
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Closing ratio of 70% or higher |
35% |
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Sends staff to industry training at least quarterly |
33% |
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CSI score of 90% or higher |
33% |
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Car count above 250 |
25% |
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Attends industry-specific management training at least quarterly |
20%
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