Bolt on Technology

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The Modern Shop Dilemma: Chaos vs. Control Let’s face it, managing an auto repair shop can sometimes be a hassle: disorganized schedules, miscommunication, and delayed invoicing lead to lost revenue and unhappy clients. It's not just about fixing cars—that’s the easy part!

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Shop Marketing Pros

JANUARY 28, 2025

Attracting new customers is key to growing any auto repair shop, and Googles Local Service Ads (LSAs) are now making it easierwith a catch. By focusing on proximity, trust, and convenience, LSAs ensure your shop gets noticed by the right people. Heres what you need to know to stay ahead.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JULY 7, 2023

When people want their car fixed, they don’t just go to any auto repair shop. You can show your expertise, build trust, and deliver outstanding results by defining the exact process you use that makes your shop unique. A proven process is the exact way that your team does things at your auto repair shop.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JUNE 26, 2024

If you’re looking for a marketing company to work with to market your auto repair shop, you should talk to multiple of the companies on this list and make the decision that you think will be best for your auto repair shop. From their website: “You know how to fix cars in the shop.

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AutoFix

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

As an auto repair shop owner, determining the right prices for your services can be challenging. The key question you need to ask yourself is, “Are you charging enough in your auto repair shop?” However, pricing is an essential element that needs regular attention.

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Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Auto software, also known as automotive software, is a specialized suite of tools meticulously crafted to elevate and optimize the overall functionalities of automobiles and other vehicles. This includes various applications, including inventory management, customer relationship management, invoicing, marketing, and beyond.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JUNE 9, 2023

Marketing for the auto shop professional. Watch a 6 min demo video Schedule a discovery call menu The Biggest Mistakes Being Made in Your Auto Repair Shop Marketing Automotive Management , Leadership , Marketing Introduction We’re coming up on June, and I was tasked with writing this article.

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AutoShopOwner

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Even early on in my business career, I wanted to create a company that catered to consumers who appreciated the total car care approach. I quickly learned that while my strategy did attract consumers, marketing to the masses was not going to be the way to grow my young auto repair shop. Let me ask you a question.

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Autoflow

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

When a customer trusts your shop with their car care, even the little signals you send matters. So, imagine if they get into their car and a grease smear stains their hands or clothes. That makes them question your auto shop quality control measures. And it could cost you their business.

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Shop Marketing Pros

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Background of Refer a Car LLC (00:08:06) Jeremy recounts the founding of Refer a Car LLC and its initial mission to connect youth groups with auto repair shops. Controversial Success Stories (00:26:11) Acknowledgment of successful shops using innovative strategies, including call centers, to boost sales.

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Shop Marketing Pros

OCTOBER 4, 2024

As an auto repair shop owner, you might be wondering, “Should I start a podcast for my business?” Podcasting can be valuable, but only if it’s done right and aligns with your shop’s goals, capacity, and audience. Starting small and manageable is the key to success.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Being proactive is just as critical as reactive services when a car rolls into your bay. Auto repair shops can now take a proactive approach to repairs with our recent launch of VOYOLink, a FREE connected car service for Manager SE customers.

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Shop Marketing Pros

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Join Brian Walker and Caroline Legrand as they dive into easy, actionable strategies to help auto repair shops plan their marketing month-by-month. Discover fresh ideas for social media, event hosting, and campaigns that’ll keep your shop top-of-mind all year. Don’t let January sneak up on you—start planning now!

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Automotive Training Centre

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Are you a car lover who enjoys working with people, too? The main objective of the automotive service advisor role is to act as a liaison between customers at an automotive repair shop and the technicians who work on the vehicles. Service advisor training will prepare you to excel in an auto repair shop.

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Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 27, 2024

The Classic Choice: Car Dealerships Car dealerships are the natural first thought for many service advisors. They offer a fast-paced environment where you’ll interact with various customers, diagnose vehicle issues, and recommend repairs. Completing your service advisor training qualifies you to work in auto repair shops.

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Autoflow

MAY 22, 2023

For years, managing an auto repair shop meant doing vehicle inspection reports based on paper checklists. This habit carries on today, even when most other parts of shop operations have moved online. However, they achieve far more while making shops more efficient and profitable.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 1, 2024

In this post, we’ll explore three of the most useful apps for students in auto mechanic training. Discover AutoCodes in Auto Mechanic Training AutoCodes is an essential app for understanding vehicle diagnostics. It offers a comprehensive database of car and truck diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).

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Automotive Management Network

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Running an auto repair shop in today’s market requires more than just technical expertise; it demands a robust marketing strategy to attract and retain customers. Social Media Marketing Social media platforms offer auto repair shops a dynamic way to connect with both current and potential customers.

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

In addition to acting as the bridge between customers and the service team at auto repair shops, service advisors are responsible for many other tasks that, quite literally, can make or break the business.

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Auto Profit Masters

JANUARY 9, 2024

Operating a successful auto repair shop will entail more than just automotive skills. Today, auto repair marketing software is available to help shop owners with many types of administrative and marketing tasks. Let’s look at a few of the benefits of investing in this software before you open your shop.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Car window tinting has long been a popular service in the automotive aftermarket, but recent advancements in technology are transforming it from a purely aesthetic upgrade to a functional and energy-efficient enhancement. This leads to lower fuel consumption and contributes to environmental sustainability.

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RepairPal

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Top Line Car Care is a RepairPal Certified auto repair shop that focuses on customer-focused service in Wylie, Texas. The post RepairPal Certified Shop Profile: Top Line Car Care appeared first on RepairPal Shops Blog: Modern Shop Owner.

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AutoFix

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The auto repair industry is evolving rapidly, with new technologies, shifting customer expectations, and economic changes reshaping how shops operate. As 2025 approaches, it’s more important than ever for auto repair shop owners to stay ahead of the curve.

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Solera

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Integrate mobile mechanic software into your auto repair shop to boost overall efficiency, enhance your bottom line, and improve customer satisfaction. The Importance of Efficiency in Shops Efficiency powers the engine that drives daily auto repair shop operations to achieve quarterly and annual goals.

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AutoFix

MAY 22, 2024

Opening an auto repair shop can be a rewarding venture for those passionate about cars and customer service. With the guidance of AutoFix Auto Shop Coaching, let’s delve into the pros and cons of entering this industry. Community Engagement Auto repair shops play a crucial role in their communities.

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Bolt on Technology

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The daily hustle of managing an auto repair shop goes beyond just getting cars back on the road. That’s where Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software steps in. It’s about targeting new clients, creating seamless customer experiences, and staying organized behind the scenes.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JULY 23, 2024

It’s all about how Profit First changed the financial picture of my business, Shop Marketing Pros. If you’ve ever had challenges with managing cashflow in your business, Profit First will change your life. Brian is a Mercedes Benz Master Technician and has owned multiple shops and served as the Mechanical Division Director for ASA-NC.

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Solera

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

A 30-foot by 40-foot covered space and a 2-post lift represent the beginnings of an auto repair shop or hobbyist’s dream workshop. Chances are, you’re probably mentally arranging shop tools and workbenches to maximize the available square footage.

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AutoFix

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Transforming Your Auto Repair Business with Expert Strategies The Road to Financial Success In the competitive world of auto repair, achieving financial success requires more than just technical expertise. Optimizing Inventory Management Inventory management is a balancing act.

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AutoFix

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

While many consumers opt to head to the dealership, more and more are taking advantage of better pricing and the friendly atmosphere of independent auto repair shops. Independent shops offer much more, including a personal touch, a community-oriented approach and competitive pricing. Never give up on marketing.

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Solera

JUNE 25, 2024

Accurate labor times establish competitive pay for your technicians, reasonable repair rates for your customers, and a consistent cash flow to keep your business thriving. Explore the value of a mechanic labor time guide and how to integrate this vital metric into your shop management strategy below.

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Shop Marketing Pros

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Watch a 6 min demo video Schedule a discovery call menu A Complete List of Podcasts for the Automotive Independent Aftermarket I think back to 2002 when I opened my first auto repair shop. I was great at fixing cars but I knew nothing about running a business.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

To ensure your rights are upheld and compensation maximized, consult an expert, such as a car accident lawyer from John Foy. With that being said, here are 10 steps to take after a car accident. Get in Touch With the Authorities Making contact with the authorities is essential in car accident circumstances.

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Business Actualization

JUNE 6, 2023

The use of AI can help customers to monitor their vehicle’s mileage, engine health, brake life, and more in real-time, allowing them to be more aware of what is happening with their vehicle and shop owners to be more proactive in recommendations for scheduling and performing vehicle maintenance. It can streamline the car inspection process.

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AutoFix

AUGUST 24, 2023

Communication issues can instantly put a wrench in the works, disrupting your ability to run your auto repair shop efficiently. Then, keep that in mind as you follow the steps below to improve communication in your shop. If so, it’s definitely time to improve communication in your auto repair shop.

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Auto Service World

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Steer, a customer resource management platform for automotive shops, has announced its merger with AutoOps, a provider of intelligent scheduling software for auto repair shops. These features include advanced settings, loaner car tracking, unfinished appointment follow-ups and the ability to upsell services.

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BA Auto Care

JUNE 30, 2023

Founded in 1978 as British American Auto Care by England native Brian England, the auto repair shop quickly established its reputation for quality auto repair backed by 5-Star customer service. Impressed with what they heard, the couple moved to the United States in 1972.

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