Aftermarket employment sets records

While there was a modest increase in employment in the automotive sector as a whole, performance varies across different sectors. But it was good news for those in the aftermarket, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, including setting new records.

Employment in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry decreased by 1.8% compared to October 2023, bringing the total to 35,900. Similarly, the parts and accessories manufacturing sector saw a decline of 5.5%, reducing employment to 69,300.

In contrast, the aftermarket sector showed positive growth across the board. Employment in automotive parts and accessories stores rose by 2% to reach 45,000, setting a new record for the industry. The automotive repair and maintenance industry also hit record-breaking levels, with employment surpassing 123,000.

Automobile dealers, the largest segment of automotive employment, saw a 2.4% increase over October 2023, reaching 159,100. Despite this growth, the numbers remain below pre-pandemic levels.

“The performance of the aftermarket sectors in generating employment was remarkable in 2024,” said Andrew King, DesRosiers managing partner. “Parts and accessories stores, and repair facilities both hit all-time records, generating jobs for Canadians from coast to coast to coast.”

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