Bolt on Technology

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Running your auto repair shop keeps you busy. Booking appointments, scheduling workers, ordering parts, paying bills, and collecting on invoices are just some of the many tasks that fill your day. Here are five ways auto repair software can help save time and money.

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Shop Marketing Pros

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

From leveraging Spring Car Care Month to hosting car care clinics, youll uncover creative ways to educate customers, build trust, and grow your auto repair shop. Dont miss this chance to fill your bays and grow your Shop! Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast.

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Shop Marketing Pros

MARCH 26, 2025

EPISODE: 145 Google’s Local Service Ads – Everything You Need To Know Brian and Hallie break down Google Local Services Ads (LSA) and how auto repair shops are using them to bring in more leads at lower costs. With LSA now open to auto repair shops nationwide, early adopters have a clear advantage.

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Shop Marketing Pros

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

EPISODE: 086 – Naming Your Auto Repair Shop Our first auto repair shop was named “Behind the Star”. In this episode, we share some things you’ll want to think about when naming an auto repair shop. Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast.

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BayIQ

JULY 28, 2023

Efficient appointment scheduling will increase customer satisfaction and new customers and save you and your shop team valuable time. As more and more business goes online, customers expect convenience and ease when booking appointments.

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Shop Marketing Pros

MARCH 23, 2025

What if I told you that your customers journey with your shop starts long before a customer walks through your door? And heres the reality: if youre not controlling that first impression, youre losing business to the shop that does. Does Your Auto Repair Website Convert Customers? Make sure yours sends the right message.

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Solera

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Successful auto repair shops focus on various aspects to stay competitive and meet the evolving customer needs. Invest In Digital Marketing and Online Booking Invest in a user-friendly website and a strong digital marketing presence. The post 2024 Auto Repair Shop Must Haves appeared first on Solera.

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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

MARCH 12, 2025

RepairPal is the key that unlocks more business for your repair shop. Learn More at RepairPal.com/shops. Its a CRM designed for auto repair shops with tools like segmentation, reminders, and even a call center. Thank you to our friends at RepairPal for providing you this episode.

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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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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. Every show covers all topics in the auto repair space, and Carm has undoubtedly become the voice of the aftermarket.

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Shop Marketing Pros

APRIL 2, 2025

EPISODE: 146 You’re Not Spending Enough Money On Marketing with Parker Branch Brian and Parker dive into how strategic marketing investment can drive real growth for auto repair shops. They discuss why many shop owners hesitate to spend more on marketing and how cutting back can actually slow growth.

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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. Most small businesses like an auto repair shop cannot justify hiring a full-time CMO.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JANUARY 15, 2025

Listen in for an honest discussion about navigating the auto repair industry, embracing authenticity, and growing through the challenges of imperfection! RepairPals Certified Network of shops are trusted by millions of customers each month. RepairPals Certified Network of shops are trusted by millions of customers each month.

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AutoShopOwner

JUNE 29, 2023

Should auto repair shops invest in more technology to increase online scheduling? There is also some merit to the fact that many people would rather not call their auto repair shop, and simply book an appointment from their phone or computer. Are you using online scheduling?

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Shop Marketing Pros

MARCH 13, 2024

And will it work for an auto repair shop? Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast. It’s new, it’s sexy, it’s cool. But what is it? Join Brian as he interviews Mary Ann Pruitt from Mosaic.

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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. Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast. One Liners Day (28:28) Ideas on sharing jokes in the shop to enhance workplace camaraderie.

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Shop Marketing Pros

DECEMBER 4, 2024

EPISODE: 129 – Preparing for February’s Marketing Want to make your February marketing a win for your auto repair shop? Tune in now and discover how to keep your shop top-of-mind this February and beyond! Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast.

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Shop Marketing Pros

MARCH 19, 2025

EPISODE: 144 Taking An Active Role In Your Shops Marketing w/ Doug DeLucca Marketing isnt just about spending money; its about strategy, creativity, and knowing what actually works. Dougs IT background gave him an edge, helping him master SEO, content marketing, and social media, all while running his shop.

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Autoflow

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Why Quality Control Matters for Auto Repair Shops By taking care of the details on every repair order, you set a higher standard that will pay off for your auto repair shop. Its systems work for auto repair shops and other businesses in the automotive industry. Book a demo today.

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Shop Marketing Pros

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

EPISODE: 125 – It’s OK to Dream Big (Stop Playing Small) Welcome to another episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast! Today, we’re diving into a topic that can change the game for your shop: Stop Playing Small. I’m your host, Brian Walker, and I’m excited to have my co-host, Kim, back with me after her recovery.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JULY 5, 2024

The fact is it’s a lot easier to rank for the term “auto repair Fernwood MS” than it is to rank for the term “auto repair Houston TX.” Houston, TX, on the other hand, has hundreds of auto repair shops, maybe thousands. Houston, TX, on the other hand, has hundreds of auto repair shops, maybe thousands.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JUNE 14, 2023

EPISODE: 052 – An AI Powered CRM for Auto Repair? RepairPal’s Certified Network of shops are trusted by millions of customers each month. Learn more at RepairPal.com/shops. Timestamps *Introduction and Sponsorship (00:00:01 – 00:00:39)* The speakers introduce the podcast and thank the sponsor, Repair Pal.

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Shop Marketing Pros

MAY 15, 2024

EPISODE: 100 – A Meeting Of The Marketing Minds In episode 100 of The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast, we invite Tony Mercury from AutoShop Solutions, Carrie-Lynn Rodenberg from Turnkey Marketing, Connor Tracy from Kukui, and Kelsey Outram from Lift Auto Repair Marketing to join us for a meeting of the marketing minds.

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Shop Marketing Pros

OCTOBER 16, 2024

EPISODE: 122 – How To Rank Auto Repair Keywords In Large Cities Welcome to another episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast. Today we’re diving into an essential topic for shops in competitive markets— how to rank auto repair keywords in a large city. Let’s get started!

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Shop Marketing Pros

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

RepairPal will introduce your shop to new customers through repairpal.com, the largest site for auto repair. Learn more at RepairPal.com/shops. App fueled specializes in creating custom apps tailored specifically for auto repair businesses. Are you ready to convert clients to members? Build client loyalty.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JUNE 20, 2024

EPISODE: 105 – Part 1 – Customer Retention Series – Your CRM In this episode, Brian and Kim kick off a series on retention marketing, focusing on how auto repair shops can utilize Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems to enhance customer loyalty and communication.

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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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Shop Marketing Pros

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

In this episode, Kim reviews the book “Unreasonable Hospitality” and talks about ways you can become so good at customer service and making your customers feel special, that the world would consider it unreasonable. This has quickly become one of Kim’s favorite books. EPISODE: 089 – Are You Being Unreasonable?

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R.O. Writer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

To run an auto repair shop smoothly, you need to keep your books in order. You may have started a business as a sole proprietor with a modest income, tracking The post How Auto Shop Accounting Software Supports Your Business appeared first on R.O.

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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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Shop Marketing Pros

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

EPISODE: 075 – Accelerating Ambition: A Fearless and Youthful Approach to Shop Marketing In this episode, Kim interviews two young ladies who have taken over the marketing roles in their families’ auto repair shops. Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast.

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AutoFix

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

In the competitive auto repair industry, efficiency isn’t just about speed; it’s about streamlining operations in a way that maximizes productivity without compromising quality. As an experienced auto repair shop coach, we understand the challenges shop owners face in achieving this balance.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JANUARY 31, 2024

EPISODE: 085 – Our Story of Radio Advertising One topic we rarely talk about is radio, yet we have a story of very successfully using radio advertising to market our own auto repair shop. Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Key Features : – Real-time diagnostics and performance data – Compatible with most vehicles – Customizable dashboard – Data logging and graphing for analysis In addition to diagnostic apps, observing real-world repair processes can provide invaluable insights.

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Repair Shop Websites

JANUARY 14, 2025

If youre looking for an auto repair shop you can trust, consider High-Tech Auto and Truck Center in Chantilly, VA. They’ve been providing our friends and neighbors in Chantilly with dependable, trustworthy auto repairs since 1987.

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AutoShopOwner

JULY 12, 2024

In our quest to attract and retain technicians, most auto repair shops have increased their benefits package. Shop owners and managers must look ahead now to the following week and look at Available Labor Inventory. If a shop books too much work, and does not have the techs, what happens to the work?

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