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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Business Actualization

JANUARY 13, 2023

In the digital age that we all live in, auto repair shop business owners hear this over and over… You need to spend time managing your Google Ads account. If your auto repair shop's Google Ads Account is managed correctly, your return on investment is undeniable. NOT undeniable!

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Business Actualization

JANUARY 13, 2023

In the digital age that we all live in, auto repair shop business owners hear this over and over… You need to spend time managing your Google Ads account. If your auto repair shop's Google Ads Account is managed correctly, your return on investment is undeniable. NOT undeniable!

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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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AutoShopOwner

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

At Three Rivers Bookkeeping, our auto repair shop clients have experienced significant financial improvements this year – and we’re raising a toast to them in this post! This is what happens when you have the power of strategic financial management and an experienced bookkeeping team in your corner. The result?

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FastTrak Auto Shop Management Systems

JULY 27, 2023

The service advisor engages in the direct dealings with the customer. From the time that the engagement takes place – the service advisor must ensure that the repair opportunity is managed to make the best use of the technician’s time. The vehicle delivery step is an opportunity for relationship building.

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AutoVitals

JUNE 5, 2023

How many times per day is the average auto shop service advisor interrupted by activity around their garage? You might think this only happens once or twice daily, but you’d be way off the mark.

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CATI

JUNE 15, 2023

Mass recalls can cause significant inconvenience for customers, but with a focus on customer satisfaction, service advisors can effectively navigate these situations and ensure a smooth and potentially profitable recall process. It’s up to you to highlight the expertise and track record of your dealership or service centre.

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Automotive Management Network

JANUARY 18, 2021

What kind of telephone system does your auto repair shop use ? Many smaller shops use the traditional, landline phone systems that we are all familiar with. How do on-premise phone systems differ from hosted telephone systems, and how can expanded telephone features help a shop’s marketing and bottom line?

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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. Community Engagement Through Fundraising (00:09:35) Jeremy discusses the successful fundraising initiative that connected local youth groups with auto repair shops.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JUNE 14, 2023

*The need to promote trade schools (00:09:24)* Kieran discusses the need to change the narrative around college and promote trade schools to solve the problem of student loan debt and the technician shortage in the auto repair industry. The hosts compare it to the Ritz Carlton and Chick-fil-A.

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AutoFix

JUNE 19, 2024

But what is a service writer , and why is their role so crucial in an auto repair shop ? In this blog post, we will delve into the responsibilities of a service writer, explore how their expertise can enhance shop operations, and provide insights into how a competent service writer can elevate your business.

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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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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. The podcast interviews successful automotive aftermarket service professional entrepreneurs to discover their business success stories.

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Autoflow

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Technology has transformed everything we do in a day, including how we work in auto repair shops. By now, most shops use shop management software to optimize workflows and processes. Using tablets in auto repair bays truly made for a game-changer. Why Use a Tablet for Your Auto Repair Shop?

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FastTrak Auto Shop Management Systems

JULY 29, 2023

The integration of automotive repair operation processes can have a significant impact on quality service delivery. The service advisor and interaction with the customer along with the technician and parts management processes are the key to a seamless auto repair operations.

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Autoflow

JUNE 27, 2023

How to Optimize Your Auto Repair Shop Layout for Efficiency with Autoflow Every day, auto repair shops waste time and energy with those tiny inconveniences that eat into your profits. By streamlining your shop, you can reduce wear and tear on your staff and to serve customers better.

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Autoflow

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Dallas, TX – Autoflow’s client microsite, which is the view that auto repair shop customers see when viewing their DVI, work order, or quality control inspection, has a new look with updated features and customization that equip shops to represent their style and branding.

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Institute for Automotive Business Excellence

APRIL 4, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of independent auto repair shops, every decision counts towards the profits, sustainability, and growth of the business. While a shop with a @58% parts margin would create a $188,500 parts profit making a difference of $73,840 in top-line revenue.

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Shop Marketing Pros

AUGUST 6, 2024

Do you believe that your auto repair shop is the same as every other auto repair shop? Most shop owners don’t, and they’re right. Go look at your service advisors and technicians and truly look at how they’re dressed and groomed. It could be that they don’t trust auto repair shops.

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FastTrak Auto Shop Management Systems

JULY 26, 2023

Each stage of the repair process should be recognized as being ready to start, in progress or complete. Automated visibility of these statuses should be provided by the Auto Repair Shop Management software. Repair – The repair work needed should be started when the inspection and diagnosis steps are complete.

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Shop Marketing Pros

OCTOBER 27, 2023

We just came through the summer months and most auto repair shops seemed to do pretty well. Have you claimed your Google Business Profile, and is it completely and accurately filled out with service descriptions that directly relate to the services you have listed on your website? Then September and October came.

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Automotive Management Network

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

One of the ways to do this is for shops to focus on customer education. Do your service advisors take time to explain repairs or the necessity of repairs? If the repairs are more extensive or expensive than they were expecting, they may become suspicious, and that’s a huge barrier to building trust.

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Auto Profit Masters

MAY 9, 2023

This past weekend, May 6-7, 2023, shop owners, service advisors, and technicians from all over North America gathered in Denver, Colorado for the first-ever Team Development Summit.

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FastTrak Auto Shop Management Systems

JUNE 27, 2023

Following are areas that can be explored at the initial point of contact: Offer Previously Recommended Services – At the point of contact (quote, appointment or check-in) previously recommended services should be reviewed with the customer. The Auto Repair Shop Software being used should prompt the service advisor to do this.

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Institute for Automotive Business Excellence

APRIL 26, 2023

Lea has always centered his work around helping auto repair shop owners succeed. Lea will be joining a team of incredible coaches, instructors, and professionals that share his dedication to benefitting the lives of auto repair shop owners everywhere. "I

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AutoFix

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

You can then greatly benefit by exchanging ideas and perspectives, like overcoming challenges and growing your auto repair company. Every conference you attend gives you even more insights needed to take your auto repair shop to the next level. These events are built to improve auto repair shops from the ground up.

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AutoFix

APRIL 25, 2023

As an independent auto repair shop owner, the ultimate goal is to achieve true business success while maintaining an outstanding work/life balance. If you can accomplish that goal, you’ll end up with a business you’re proud to own and the ability to take time off without worrying about your shop.

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Autoflow

MAY 8, 2023

Clearly, you want to expand your auto repair business to win more market share and share your expertise more widely. Yet you want to know how to grow auto repair business without drowning in paperwork that consumes valuable time. As a result, service advisors can quickly get updates and share them with clients.

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Automotive Management Network

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

A Lack of Customer Trust in Auto Repair A AAA survey of several years ago revealed that two-thirds of American drivers do not trust auto repair shops in general. Please leave your comments either here or in our forums so other auto shop managers can learn from your experience.

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Autoshop Solutions

JUNE 13, 2024

A Gold award was also won for Westgate High-Tech Auto Care’s website design. “To say we are excited to take home our first Platinum award is an understatement,” said Jacob Massengill, Marketing Manager for Autoshop Solutions. T-Mobile by Zeta Global, and many more. They value honesty and building client relationships.

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Automotive Management Network

JANUARY 1, 2021

What are your 2021 goals for your auto repair shop? Develop a system of recording whether or not those goals are being met in your shop, and be disciplined about maintaining that data. The Automotive Management Network is a great online resource in large part because of the experience of our members.

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Auto Mechanic School Edu

JANUARY 22, 2018

In the present day, it takes more than one mechanic to run an auto service and repair shop. General managers oversee service advisors, who rely on parts professionals to deliver products that mechanics use to conduct typical auto repair. It is truly a team effort.

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