Industry Trends

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Diverse apprentices learning skilled trades in a bright, modern workshop, highlighting the surge in vocational training to address labor shortages.

Industry

Apprenticeships Surge: Vocational Training Tackles Skilled Trades Labor Shortage

In 2023, Southern Home Services hired Matt Ellenberg to enhance training.

Ben Foster·May 6, 2026

A modern, electric lawnmower in a field at sunset, symbolizing the shift away from traditional gasoline engines.

Industry

Small Off-Road Engine Market Expands, Driven by Electrification

Last year, sales of battery-powered lawnmowers in North America surged by 28%, while traditional gasoline models saw their first decline in a decade, according to an Industry Trends Report .

Luis Ortega·May 5, 2026

Mechanics working on vehicles in a busy auto repair shop, surrounded by aftermarket parts, illustrating the stable automotive aftermarket industry.

Industry

SEMA Report: Specialty Equipment Sales Stabilize at $52.65 Billion

With new vehicle loan rates around 7.

Rick Donovan·May 3, 2026

A visual representation of the automotive aftermarket, showcasing a mix of traditional parts and advanced EV components, symbolizing industry growth and technological evolution.

Industry

SEMA Report: Automotive Aftermarket Faces Growth Amidst Tech Shifts

The automotive aftermarket is set to swell to $560 billion by 2027, yet traditional brick-and-mortar stores saw a 5% decline in foot traffic last year.

Rick Donovan·May 3, 2026

Services

Professional cleaning services market sees strong growth

By 2033, the global cleaning services market is projected to reach an astounding $770.

Rick Donovan·April 30, 2026