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How to Find the Right Target Market for Auto Repair Shops

BayIQ

As of 2023, the worldwide digital advertising industry has an estimated value of $626.9 billion—and with that much competition, you need to know exactly who your auto shop’s ads are targeting.

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R.O. Writer and Tiremetrix Collaborate for Effortless DOT Compliance

R.O. Writer

BRIGHTON, Mich. — Tiremetrix L.L.C., a provider of electronic tire registration, is integrating its Tire Registration Software with the R.O. Writer shop management software system. “We are excited to partner The post R.O. Writer and Tiremetrix Collaborate for Effortless DOT Compliance appeared first on R.O. Writer.

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I don't understand buffing pad colors

AutoShopOwner

I recently got a set of 3" buffing/polishing pads off Amazon and I need to get a better understanding about how to use them in general. If there's a tutorial out there that explains them I'd appreciate a link. I don't have the chart in front of me right now, but I believe the instructions that came with them indicated the orange foam pad was for harder cutting, the blue and yellow foam pads would be for medium cutting/polishing, and the black and white foam pads are for fine polishing.

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Signs Indicating the Need for Car Brake Pads Replacement

Auto Alternative

A crucial component of your vehicle is its brake system. That requires regular attention and maintenance. Although it might not be on the forefront of your mind, ensuring your car brake pads are in optimal condition is vital for your safety. This article will explore the warning signs that indicate when you need to replace your brake pads. Visual Brake Inspection To assess the wear on your disc brakes, you can use two methods: visual inspection and auditory cues.

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White Stuff, Under My Oil Filler Cap – What Is It ? Is It Bad ?

Danny’s Engineportal

Danny's Engineportal - Helping Solve Engine Problems, For Everyone ! Danny Bender White Stuff, Under My Oil Filler Cap – What Is It ? Is It Bad ? Danny's Engineportal So, you take the oil cap off of your valve cover, to top off your oil. Then, you find milky creamy white stuff, coating the bottom of the oil cap and down into the filler [.

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Automotive Repair Shop Marketing and Customer Reviews

FastTrak Auto Shop Management Systems

Customer reviews are an extremely important factor in automotive repair business success. They should be considered an integral part of any serious marketing effort in automotive repair. By setting up business profiles on review sites, making it as easy as possible for customers to post reviews and managing the reviews – an automotive repair business will realize greater success.

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A Shop's Curb Appeal Is Important

AutoShopOwner

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Fan whose car was damaged by flying tire at Indianapolis 500 will receive new ride

Autoblog: Car News

Filed under: Motorsports , Weird Car News Continue reading Fan whose car was damaged by flying tire at Indianapolis 500 will receive new ride Fan whose car was damaged by flying tire at Indianapolis 500 will receive new ride originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 1 Jun 2023 10:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Automotive Repair Shop Marketing Through Social Media

FastTrak Auto Shop Management Systems

This writing focuses on social media posts and does not address social media advertising which is a whole topic in itself. The key point of social media postings is to keep them ‘social’. If all the postings are geared toward promotions and special offers – there will be no focus on relationship building. Also, social media postings must be kept up.

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Considering an Auto Detailing Career? 4 Signs a Vehicle Needs Professional Attention

CATI

Sometimes, vehicle owners become so used to their cars that they overlook obvious indications that their vehicle needs attention. It could also be that they need to prepare to put in the work required to fix the imperfections in the vehicle. One of the most essential aspects of being a professional auto detailer is identifying signs that a vehicle needs professional attention.

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Speakers Announced for CIECA CONNEX 2023 Conference: Connected Car, Connected Industry

AutoInc.

Sanford, NC —CIECA has announced its speakers for the annual CONNEX 2023 Conference. The event is being held in Bloomington, IL, Sept. 12-13, 2023. In addition to a line-up of insightful thought leaders, there will be networking opportunities, a vehicle gifting ceremony by the National Auto Body Council® (NABC) as part of its NABC Recycled Rides® program, CIECA’s open annual meeting and a tour of electric vehicle company Rivian’s manufacturing facility.

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Dashcam captures Russian missile section falling in traffic on Kyiv road

Autoblog: Car News

Filed under: Video , Weird Car News Continue reading Dashcam captures Russian missile section falling in traffic on Kyiv road Dashcam captures Russian missile section falling in traffic on Kyiv road originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 31 May 2023 13:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A New Partnership with NCS

Autoshop Solutions

Tony Mercury, our VP of Revenue, sat down with NCS’s Kevin Nelson, VP of Sales, to discuss all things collision, our new relationship with them, and where the collision industry is going. “We are seeing a few focus shifts right now,” Tony said. “We’re building a lot of OE certifications on their websites and expanding their reach online so if they are BMW certified, Toyota certified.

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The Importance of Networking

DRIVE

How Networking Can Take Your Business to the Next Level! “Networking with other business owners helps you remember that you are not alone. Others have been where you are.” – Kevin Reichelt DRIVE client & owner of Steller’s Garage of Shelton, CT Kevin Reichelt at Steller’s Garage Networking can be the key to growing your business.

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June is Automotive Service Professionals Month

AutoInc.

Leesburg, Virginia – The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has designated June as Automotive Service Professionals Month (ASPM), the ideal time to recognize skilled automotive professionals and the valuable service they provide from coast to coast. Today’s motor vehicles are highly complex with more advanced technology than ever before.

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How to Improve Efficiency with Technician Time Tracking

AutoVitals

Maximizing employee efficiency is a crucial step toward boosting your independent auto shop’s ROI. However, your workers might not be quite as efficient as you might assume. On average, employees are productive for a mere two hours and 53 minutes each day.

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Valve Stem Seal Failure – Follow The Symptoms And Conditions

Danny’s Engineportal

Danny's Engineportal - Helping Solve Engine Problems, For Everyone ! Danny Bender Valve Stem Seal Failure – Follow The Symptoms And Conditions Danny's Engineportal The purpose of the valve stem seal, is to prevent the oil from the cylinder head, entering the combustion chamber. So, the valve stem seal, plays a critical role in, controlling valve lubrication, as well [.

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How Paintless Dent Repair is the Ideal Solution for Paint Damage

Dent Mechanic Group

Hail storms can be incredibly damaging to cars, leaving them looking like a golf ball with dents and dings covering the body and hood. Fortunately, there’s a solution that can restore your car’s appearance without breaking the bank – paintless dent repair. What is Paintless Dent Repair? Paintless dent repair is a non-invasive method of repairing dents and dings on your car without the need for repainting.

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SureTrack Community Fix: Rogue Communication

Mitchell 1

Lack of communication with one or more modules in a vehicle can really slow down the diagnosis. SureTrack community member trannyman1 had a Nissan Rogue in the shop that wouldn't drive and several codes. No communication with the TCM was the first problem. They posed the question to the community, and with the help of fellow community member Ericsautomotive and others, they were able to resolve the issue quickly.

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Maintain Your Car’s Tires To Limit Your Risk Of A Collision

Miracle Body and Paint

Tires are one of the most essential components of your car, contributing to safety, handling, ride quality and braking performance.

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European BMW 635csi

Meister Werks European & Import

1980 Euro Spec BMW 635csi M90 Today we finish a engine for a customer’s 1980 BMW E24 635csi. Here are the specs on this build. Engine: M90 Euro Spec King Bearings CP Forged Pistons 10:1 Flat Top Head: Stage 3 Port & Polished Schrick Cams Ireland Engineering Valve Spring, Rockers, & Guides ARP Everything. Powder Coat: BMW Silver: Intake, brackets, oil pan, intake manifold & plenums, coolant flanges, etc… Stay tuned to see this 635csi, subframe repair, steering, suspension,