Numbers: What Are You Working On?

Jan. 2, 2024
Insight into the types of vehicles repaired by the average mechanical repair shop.

Auto repair shops come in all shapes, sizes, and specialties. Independent shop owners taking the 2023 Ratchet+Wrench Industry Survey reported an annual revenue between $1 million and $2.5 million. Below are the types of shops these operators run. 

  • Hybrid repair 30% 
  • EV repair 16% 
  • Transmission repair 27% 
  • Import repair 76% 
  • Diesel repair 32% 
  • Domestic repair 80% 

Note: Respondents were asked to choose ‘all that apply.’  

About the Author

Chris Jones | Editor

Chris Jones is the editor of Ratchet+Wrench magazine and host of its companion podcast, Ratchet+Wrench Radio, a weekly show featuring automotive professionals across the auto care landscape.

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