This is part of the article Smart Cars, Smarter Technicians which can be found on the ASE web site. 

"Today's vehicles are sophisticated and complex machines.  The average car has 6-20 computers that help manage everything from the sunroof to the anti-lock braking system (ABS) to the electronically controlled transmission (ECT).  And the technicians who service the vehicles need to be technologically savvy like never before."

"The increasing demand for automotive technicians combined with good salaries make this a career choice that neither students, parents nor guidance counselors should ignore."

"'Society feels young people must go to college to be successful but that's not true these days," said Bill Willis, a car dealer in Smyrna, Del.  "Good techs are scarce and if you have the aptitude to turn a wrench and fix things, plus education and ASE certification, chances are that will equal a very secure job."