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Why you should offer cheap, even free, oil changes

Auto Service World

An easy way to draw new customers into your shop is to offer cheap oil changes, according to a shop coach. He was offering an oil change for $69 while the shop across the street was offering it for $34. When he priced oil changes for $31.49, he saw a 35 per cent increase in business.

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Why this shop owner doesn’t just do an oil change

Auto Service World

If a customer calls Jeremy O’Neal in search of a quick oil change, he will politely ask them to move on. It’s not that the shop owner and coach with AdvisorFix won’t do an oil change — he’s just not interested in only doing an oil change. And an oil change can be on that list.

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From the Magazine: Driving home success

Auto Service World

Oil changes are the top maintenance procedure ignored by many drivers. Many individuals feel they are too busy, that oil changes are too expensive or that it doesn’t affect their car’s performance. As auto industry professionals, it’s important to reiterate the importance of regular oil changes to consumers.

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Why you should thoroughly inspect vehicles

Auto Service World

Automotive repair has long had a stereotype of technicians purposely looking for work in a vehicle to sell to the customer. He used his wife as an example — the only maintenance she does on her car is gassing it up. Just look over the car to make sure it’s safe for the customer,” he emphasized. “So

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Stop Doing Oil Changes?

AutoShopOwner

Those visits were mostly Oil Changes. Today, you are lucky to have customer that even THINK about doing an oil change. Most customer wait for the maintenance light to come on, and some wait until the OIL LIGHT comes on! everything. And charge accordingly. Your thoughts and comments?

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A Guide to Vintage Car Maintenance for Auto Detailing Students

Automotive Training Centre

Maintaining a vintage car is a labour of love. For auto detailing training students, understanding the nuances of vintage car maintenance is crucial. Exterior Care: Paint and Finish Vintage cars often have single-stage paint finishes, which differ from the modern two-stage (base coat/clear coat) systems.

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Consumer Trends: Is It Worth Buying a Hybrid Car in Canada?

Automotive Training Centre

If youve been asking yourself, Is it worth buying a hybrid car in Canada? With gas prices fluctuating, government incentives on electric and hybrid vehicles, and the growing push toward sustainability, many Canadian drivers are considering their options. youre not alone. Heres what you need to know before making a decision.

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