re: Is there a shortage of qualified mechanics?

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Some parts are also still tough to get too, my brother is a tech at a dealership here for a German car brand and said they're often waiting weeks for parts they used to be able to get in a day or so. He's been doing it about 5ish years and makes a pretty solid living, works in an AC/heated shop and seems to enjoy it.

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Same thing goes for Japanese brands as well.

I had to replace the wiring harness for my Accord last summer; there were 4 in the entirety of the USA. Took a month for me to get my car back from the dealership who did the work.