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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Autoflow

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Technology has transformed everything we do in a day, including how we work in auto repair shops. Using tablets in auto repair bays truly made for a game-changer. Why Use a Tablet for Your Auto Repair Shop? In this visual age, they can also quickly capture photos or videos to reinforce the need for a repair.

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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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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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Shop Marketing Pros

JUNE 12, 2024

Thank you to RepairPal for sponsoring The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to transform your content strategy and see amazing results. Tune in now and start making content that truly connects!

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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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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. Shop owners are well-positioned to capitalize on the growing consumer interest in independent auto repair shops. Never give up on marketing.

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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. Let’s break down Ramsey’s seven-step system and tailor it to the unique needs and challenges of auto repair shop owners.

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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. Tips and Efficient Auto Repair Shop Layout Ideas So, where do you get auto shop layout ideas?

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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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AutoFix

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

In the auto repair industry , we often consider the importance of technical skills and wrench-turning ability. But if there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that the pen (or keyboard) is just as important when running a successful auto shop. Accurate, detailed notes are the foundation of every good write-up.

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Shop Marketing Pros

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Once that happens, marketing has done its job and it’s time for sales and customer service to kick in. Most of our clients have great service advisors who have great phone skills, but we still run into situations where the marketing we’re doing is working but it’s not resulting in enough new work for the shop. He has a point.

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Autoshop Solutions

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

We know the technicians, service advisors, and managers. We contact customers monthly and consistently check ads to ensure they perform and promote targeted services. Our team listens to customer calls to ensure quality and advises service advisors and business operations. Want to learn more about our services?

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Automotive Management Network

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

In our last blog we discussed how important shop transparency is for building the trust necessary between an auto shop and its customers. Do your service advisors take time to explain repairs or the necessity of repairs? How should service advisors educate customers?

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AutoFix

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

As 2023 came into view, were you busy filling your calendar with the top automotive repair events? Many auto repair expos, conferences, and trade shows are just getting scheduled now. You can then greatly benefit by exchanging ideas and perspectives, like overcoming challenges and growing your auto repair company.

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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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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. To do that, you need to closely monitor all the numbers linked to your auto repair shop’s performance. The numbers don’t lie, after all. Ready to see how that works?

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AutoFix

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

That’s a fact, and it’s one of the biggest reasons I’m passionate about coaching in the auto repair industry and beyond. Whether you’re a shop owner, service advisor, or technician, coaching offers something that can’t be ignored: an edge.

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Autoflow

AUGUST 22, 2023

If you’re going to measure one metric to drive your auto repair shop’s success, choose your average repair order (ARO). Ideally, you upsell more services. ID Factors Affecting Average Repair Order As your service advisor puts together the estimates, they choose to include, omit or delay vehicle repair costs.

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