Efficient shops are profitable shops. As reported by 2023 Ratchet+Wrench Industry Survey Report respondents, nearly half of auto repair shops hit an efficiency between 80%-100% and 41% hit productivity in the same range. But what about under the hood? How long is the average repair?
- Under 2 hours: 15%
- 2-2.5 hours: 35%
- 2.5-3 hours: 23%
- 3-3.5 hours: 12%
- Over 3.5 hours: 15%
About the Author
Chris Jones
Group Editorial Director
Chris Jones is group editorial director for the Vehicle Service & Repair Group at EndeavorB2B.
A multiple-award-winning editor and journalist, and a certified project manager, he provides editorial leadership for the auto care industry's most trusted automotive repair publications—Ratchet+Wrench, Modern Tire Dealer, National Oil & Lube News, FenderBender, ABRN, Professional Distributor, PTEN, Motor Age, and Aftermarket Business World.
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