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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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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AutoFix

JUNE 19, 2024

By Coach Chris Cotton, Auto-Fix Auto Shop Coaching In the fast-paced world of auto repair, efficiency and customer satisfaction are key to a thriving business. One of the pivotal roles that contribute to this success is that of a service writer.

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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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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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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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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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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

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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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

AUGUST 7, 2024

EPISODE: 112 – A Marketer’s Take on “Just Say Yes” Join Brian Walker in this thought-provoking episode of the Auto Repair Marketing Podcast as he delves into the controversial philosophy of “just say yes” in the auto repair industry.

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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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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

OCTOBER 27, 2023

We just came through the summer months and most auto repair shops seemed to do pretty well. There are good months in auto repair and bad months. C’mon… everybody knows no one is thinking about auto repair! There are only bad months in auto repair! As I write this, it’s October 2023.

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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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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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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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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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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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Business Actualization

AUGUST 5, 2024

Transparency is crucial in marketing, as it is in the auto repair industry. 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.

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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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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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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. My story is not just about parts markup – it's about empowering repair shop owners to realize their full potential and succeed in an ever-evolving industry.

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Solera

JUNE 25, 2024

Efficiency and experience can reduce the actual time it takes to complete the service, a work ethic that serves technicians and service managers in enhancing profits and increasing customer satisfaction. A mechanic labor time guide sets the tone for your service advisors, technicians, and customers as a basis for pricing.

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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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Driver's Edge

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Finding a reliable auto repair shop that understands the specific needs of your vehicle is crucial for maintaining its longevity and performance. A shop with experienced, certified mechanics and a strong reputation is more likely to provide reliable service.

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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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AutoFix

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

By Coach Chris Cotton Navigating auto repair shop finances can be as intricate as diagnosing an engine problem: you need the right tools, knowledge, and a solid plan to ensure everything runs smoothly. Auto Repair Shop Translation: Your shop needs its own emergency fund.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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. Walk out into your parking lot and look around.

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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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