The retail automotive industry – and the U.S. economy as a whole – have seen significant changes throughout the past decade. While the U.S. was at the height of a recession at the turn of the last decade, the economy is now stronger than ever, with record-low unemployment.
No matter the economic conditions, your dealership’s top source of competitive advantage is your people. With the right employees in place, you can drive profitability and top-notch customer service at your dealership.
To kick off the new decade, we outlined several key milestones in retail automotive and the U.S. hiring market throughout the past 10 years.
The Evolution of
Retail Automotive Hiring
Key Highlights from the Past Decade

2009
At the bottom of the recession, the U.S. government approved a bailout and government loans for Ford, GM and Chrysler to keep the largest U.S. automakers afloat
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See Why 1 in 5 U.S. Dealerships Partner with Hireology
This year, Hireology is celebrating 10 years of helping dealers and other businesses across industries build their best teams. We’re proud to power recruitment marketing and hiring for 1 in 5 U.S. auto dealerships and set dealers up for success as the industry and economy continue to evolve.
Are you interested in learning more about how Hireology helps dealers attract top talent, hire qualified employees and connect new hires seamlessly? Stop by our booth, 4137C, at NADA Show 2020, or see a demo today.