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Is it Even Possible These Days to be a General Auto Repair Shop?

AutoShopOwner

Way back in the 1980s and 1990s, a general auto repair shop was possible. Today, is it possible to be a general repair shop, and work on all makes, all models? But back then the dominant cars on the roads were GM, Ford And Chrysler, with a sprinkle of Japanese cars.

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Is the General Auto Repair Shop Model Still Sustainable?

AutoShopOwner

When I started as a young auto technician in the mid 1970s, working in a general automotive repair shop was a lot simpler. Fast forward to today, can the General Repair shop model still work? And what about the training needed and the tools/equipment need to service and repair a wide range of worldwide car models?

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Announcing New DRIVE Master Workshops for Automotive Shop Owners

DRIVE

Creating a Path to Success As the automotive repair industry evolves, so does the demand for skilled shop owners who are equipped with the knowledge to run not only a successful shop but a scalable business. DRIVE is thrilled to announce a lineup of three NEW Master Workshops coming in 2025.

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It Ain’t Bragging If You Can Back It Up

Brake & Front End

In fact, recently, Roy Niemi, owner of A&D Auto Repair in Haslett, MI, was talking about the challenges he is facing in determining what type of equipment he needs to restore the wide range of vehicles his general repair and collision service business handles on a daily basis.

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How to Prepare Your Auto Repair Business for Financial Uncertainty

Auto Service World

With these tips, your auto repair business will stand the test of time. The multifaceted nature of the auto repair business demands both financial acumen and mechanical prowess. In this article, we discuss how you can prepare your auto repair business for financial uncertainty.

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The SMS Lifecycle

Autoshop Solutions

. “If ARO is an indicator of all these inspections taking place, EV layered on top of that start to show how the EV is starting to impact general services,” Cavan said. EVs are prevalent in the general repair market. Everyone agrees that technology is great, but a process must drive it.

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Combine Forces: Collision and General Repair

DRIVE

In the world of automotive care, two different verticals often coexist: collision repair and general repair. While traditionally separate entities, a growing trend is emerging – the amalgamation of collision and general repair shops under one roof.