NFDA attended Indeed’s Future of Automotive Hiring event, where data suggested that the vehicle technician labour market may be becoming less constrained. The number of technician job seekers increased by 21% year-on-year in April 2026, while vacancies fell by 9%, resulting in a significant rise in applicants per role. Industry experts noted that although skills shortages remain a challenge, the latest figures indicate recruitment conditions may be easing compared with recent years.