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Cabin Air Filters Are More Than A Convenience

Tomorrow's Technician

These points can be especially helpful for service advisors and other customer interactions. Be confident when asking for the business: Can we go ahead and include that in your service today? Here are some tips for you to understand them and recognize the value of regular replacement.

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How To Contribute To The Overall Profitability Of An Auto Shop After Automotive Service Advisor Training

CATI

If you’re a car lover with a knack for service and administration, you could provide plenty of value to an automotive team and pave the way to an extremely lucrative and fulfilling career. Automotive service advisors are professionals who connect customers with the right service and technician for their needs.

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When Windows Don’t Work, Regulators Need Service

Tomorrow's Technician

For service advisors, understanding the components and operations is crucial to solving your customers problems, On the surface, a window regulators job is simplel. Once the problem has been corrected, some preventative maintenance procedures can keep your customers happy in the future.

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Attention: Your Service Department Is Leaking!

AutoSuccess

Customer Education Customers who don’t understand why a service is necessary will likely decline the recommendation. Too often, service advisors fail to clearly explain the value of recommended maintenance. Many vehicle owners believe that maintenance is optional and “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”

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The Data-Driven Leader

DRIVE

Customers are hesitant, approving only the most urgent repairs while deferring preventative maintenance. Reframing Preventative Maintenance to Increase ARO For many truck repair shops, ARO (Average Repair Order) is one of the most important metrics, reflecting the value of each repair job. Instead, they turn to the data!

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Auto Shop Finances in 2025: Smart Ways to Thrive as Repair Costs Rise

AutoFix

Labor shortages have driven up wages for technicians and service advisors. Benefits of Subscription Models: Stabilize your shops monthly income Increase customer loyalty and retention Create opportunities to bundle high-margin services Imagine this: a customer pays $49/month for oil changes, inspections, and priority scheduling.

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Replacing Master Cylinders

Brake & Front End

Caliper service is required if a caliper is leaking brake fluid, if a piston is sticking or frozen, or if the pads show uneven wear. Many brake experts recommend rebuilding or replacing the calipers on high-mileage vehicles when the brakes are relined for preventive maintenance.