AutoShopOwner

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

While there are many facets to operating a successful auto repair business, one thing that is common to all is that it needs to be profitable. The fact is that too many auto repair shops struggle financially. Most auto repair shops either have an in-house bookkeeper or an accountant to generate these reports.

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Bolt on Technology

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Efficient communication is the backbone of any successful auto repair shop. When technicians, service advisors, and customers aren’t on the same page, it can lead to delays, errors, and reduced profitability.

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Shop Marketing Pros

MARCH 23, 2025

Great auto shop advertising will get customers to call, but what happens next determines whether they book an appointment or hang up and call someone else. Picture this: A potential customer finds your shop online, likes what they see, and decides to call. Communicate clearly about repairs and pricing, transparency builds trust.

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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 boosted shop morale and employee performance! On-going education helps improve customer service, therefore boosting revenue.

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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. They look for a business known for its exceptional service quality and ability to deliver outstanding results. A proven process is the exact way that your team does things at your auto repair shop. Here’s how that works.

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CATI

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The role of a service advisor is primarily customer-facing. With that said, service advisors in auto body shops or dealerships are also responsible for overseeing workflow in these businesses, meaning they’ll constantly interact with technicians, mechanics, and other employees in the workshop.

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Auto Service World

AUGUST 22, 2024

There are two ways to draw clients into your auto repair shop: You can hunt them down or farm them, according to a shop coach. Shops were busy during the pandemic — but … The post Are you hunting customers or farming them? appeared first on Auto Service World.

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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. Let’s get started.

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AutoShopOwner

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By Joe Marconi, an Elite Worldwide Blog - My roots in the automotive industry go back to the 1970s working in a small 2-bay auto repair shop. That meant that I was expected to repair or service nearly anything that rolled into my work bay. Isn’t It Time We Rethink What a Master Level Technician Is?

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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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Business Actualization

AUGUST 5, 2024

With over 24 years of experience in digital marketing for auto repair shops and over 30 years of automotive business experience, our perspective is unmatched in our space. These reports should focus on metrics that are relevant to the client’s business goals, such as form submissions and phone calls for an auto repair shop.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 12, 2023

My thought is the local auto repair shops will notice their local program and hop on board to help them, in turn, finding the next crop of technicians.” My Father’s Shop is a family-owned and operated business located just south of the Dallas Ft. The schools with the most votes ‘win’ much needed tools and equipment.

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AutoFix

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The auto repair industry is more complex than ever, and customers expect more than just quality repairsthey want an exceptional customer experience. Understanding the Modern Auto Repair Customer Customers today have more access to information than ever before. Be upfront about labor time and costs to avoid surprises.

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AutoFix

MARCH 19, 2025

In the auto repair industry, customer service is just as important as technical expertise. One of the biggest challenges shop owners and service advisors face is handling difficult conversationsespecially when customers express frustration or assign blame for vehicle issues.

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Shop Marketing Pros

AUGUST 7, 2024

Brian explores how this approach can influence your marketing efforts, customer service, and overall shop success. He shares real-life examples of missed opportunities, highlighting the importance of proper service advisor training and the need to always look for ways to turn a “no” into a positive response.

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Autoflow

MARCH 5, 2025

How Autoflows Rainy Day Folder Can Boost Revenue and Retention in Your Auto Repair Shop Running a successful auto repair shop isnt just about fixing vehicles; its about building trust, retaining customers, and maximizing revenue opportunities. Schedule services at a time convenient for the customer.

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AutoFix

AUGUST 6, 2024

While challenges are present, they also bring opportunities to fine-tune operations and provide exceptional service to stand out in a competitive market. Finally, we don’t need to create our own issues within our auto repair shops on top of everything else that is going on.

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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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AutoShopOwner

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Complacency can set in when the good times are perceived as the norm and likely to continue, and the staff, particularly service advisors, don't stick to the sales process. The bottom line is this: All auto repair shops go through ups and downs. As a business coach, I see this all too often.

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AutoVitals

MAY 23, 2023

Are you looking for a way to streamline your auto repair shop and make your financial gains a bit clearer? A point-of-sale system (POS) might just be the ticket to making your business turn better profits while saving your technicians and service advisors more time.

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Solera

JUNE 25, 2024

Access to a labor time guide that quantifies how long an EV repair takes could prove invaluable for technicians, service advisors, and customers alike. A mechanic labor time guide sets the tone for your service advisors, technicians, and customers as a basis for pricing. Why Use a Mechanic Labor Time Guide?

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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. The post How To Deal With Mass Recalls After Service Advisor Training appeared first on CATI.

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Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 1, 2025

Enhancing Shop Productivity with Mitchell 1 Manager SE Software Mitchell 1 Manager SE software is part of the productivity enhancements in version 9.1, helping shop professionals improve efficiency. Job View also enables shops to check job profitability to ensure they meet profit goals.

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Shop Marketing Pros

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

A Video Marketing Masterclass for Auto Repair Shop Owners Changing the Industry L&N Automotive April 13th, 2024 Register Now Join industry experts Brian Walker of Shop Marketing Pros and Chris Enright of Enright Automotive for an immersive, 8-hour class designed to turbocharge your marketing efforts using the power of video.

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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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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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Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 1, 2025

Enhancing Shop Productivity with Mitchell 1 Manager SE Software Mitchell 1 Manager SE software is part of the productivity enhancements in version 9.1, helping shop professionals improve efficiency. Job View also enables shops to check job profitability to ensure they meet profit goals.

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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

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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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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Shop Marketing Pros

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Your Comeback Rate Is Too High Auto repair shops are in the business of fixing cars. It makes sense that you have to actually fix the cars with expert craftsmanship to have a successful auto repair business. Spending marketing dollars to send more phone calls to a mediocre service advisor is money wasted.

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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! But… what is "best?"

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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! But… what is "best?"

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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. ” He is the author of the book, Your Perfect Shop: How to Start, Run & Sell a Profitable Shop.

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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

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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Autoflow

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

This blog is made for automotive professionals — mechanics, shop owners, and service advisors — navigating the transition from traditional paper inspections to utilizing cutting-edge digital vehicle inspection software. Embracing digital vehicle inspection software is a transformative step for auto repair shops.

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