Abstract
The human resources are important in all business areas and the automotive industry represents a significant source of employment. Manufacturers of automobiles and automotive parts in Romania have started hiring in force since the beginning of 2011, and it is expected that the number of employees in this field will grow. It is estimated that each direct auto job supports at least another 5 indirect jobs in the community. The European automotive sector employs more than 12 million Europeans either directly or indirectly. The aim of this paper is to provide a basis for discussion about the dynamic of jobs in Romania and in EU27, focused on the automotive industry in the economic crisis context.
Keywords: Automotive Industry, Crisis, Employment, EU27, Romania