Automotive Training Centre

JANUARY 3, 2024

For those with a passion for cars and a knack for leadership, the role of an Automotive Shop Foreman might be an intriguing option. In this blog post, we’ll explore the ins and outs of this career path, examining the rewards and challenges that come with the responsibility of overseeing an automotive repair shop.

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R.O. Writer

JULY 14, 2023

How Using Auto Shop Management Software Can Address Those Concerns Auto shop owners face a wide range of challenges running their businesses. A recent survey showed that the priority of The post One of the Top Challenges Facing Auto Shop Owners Today: Auto Parts appeared first on R.O.

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Automotive Training Centre

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Understanding the intricacies of shop supervision will put you in the best position for each task. Beyond the shop’s walls, continuous engagement with customers is also vital. Manage Workflow and Resources Efficiently As a service advisor, your ability to orchestrate tasks within the shop is paramount.

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AutoShopOwner

DECEMBER 3, 2023

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? Today's techs who work in general repair shops have to bounce from Toyota, to Honda, to Nissan to GM to BMW, to Hybrids, and on and on.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The vehicle was repaired in Bay 10, the Service Bay of the built-out shop on the show floor located on Level 1 of The Venetian Expo. AAPEX introduced the built-out shop on Level 1 of the show floor in 2021.

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RepairPal

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Let's dive into some common misperceptions and uncover the heart of driving success to run a customer-centric shop. The post Driving Success: Mastering Customer-Centric Shop Marketing Strategies appeared first on RepairPal Shops Blog: Modern Shop Owner.

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Mitchell 1

APRIL 23, 2024

With the labor shortage, it’s essential to learn how to retain technicians for ensuring your shop's success. Continue reading for some tips and tricks to keep your shop running smoothly for years to come. Is your auto repair business facing a shortage of skilled technicians? You're not alone.

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Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

If you’re particularly drawn to a vehicle’s mechanical parts and how they work together, you should consider owning a body shop. According to IBIS World, Canadian body shops remain in high demand and generate increased revenues. As long as Canadians keep driving, your services as a body shop owner will be highly sought-after.

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R.O. Writer

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Brandon Aubey is the owner of Total Auto Repair, a full-service center building that is family-run and operated. Brandon opened his shop in El Paso, Texas, in January 2022, and since The post Mature Automotive Shop Management Software Comes Out on Top appeared first on R.O.

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AutoShopOwner

JULY 2, 2023

Like so many from my generation, I was a technician-turned shop owner. I was a tech on a Friday at a Ford Dealer, and a Shop Owner the following Monday. While I was technically competent, I had no clue how to run a business. This was a time when there was very little help to understand how to run an auto repair shop.

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autoevolution

MAY 4, 2024

People collectively lost their you-know-what when BMW's M-Division announced their new M5 Touring sporty station wagon was coming to the US for a limited production run. Key words "too many" being the most important in that string of words, because Rodger Lee's shop at Ironworks Speed & Kus. continue reading. )

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Business Actualization

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Calculating ROAS Calculating ROAS is straightforward: ROAS = Revenue from Ad Campaign / Cost of Ad Campaign ​ For instance, if your auto repair shop spends $1,000 on Google Ads and generates $4,000 in service revenue directly from these ads, your ROAS is 400%. A crucial metric in this digital advertising realm is Return on Ad Spend (ROAS).

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Auto Profit Masters

MAY 19, 2023

Here’s why CRM for auto repair shops is such a key part of success. Get Repeat Business When you run an auto repair shop, you need repeat customers to stay in business. If every customer chooses a different auto shop after their first visit to your shop, you’re not going to have customers for long.

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autoevolution

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

This Porsche arrived on a flatbed truck on New Year's Eve at the shop located not far from Dusseldorf in Germany. All that the team knew about it was that it was a brand-new 718 Cayman GT4 RS, which had spent three whole days buried in mud somewhere in Slovenia, and that it didn't run and didn't drive.

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autoevolution

MARCH 31, 2024

I haven't driven my project car for a few weeks now, as it's in the shop for a respray. I've been watching Tsukuba runs for almost two decades, and it. My daily isn't exciting enough to fill the gap. So I've returned to sim racing to get my dose of adrenaline. continue reading. )

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AutoShopOwner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

I lease my shop, and one of my biggest fears has been getting kicked out of here. I talked to a friend that went from a small shop like I have to a larger facility and he said it was a lot more headaches with very little increase in income. Maybe it is my small shop that makes it hard to hire? Some accessories.

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Finance IT 130

Auto Profit Masters

JANUARY 9, 2024

Operating a successful auto repair shop will entail more than just automotive skills. Your success or failure in this field can hinge on many factors, including how you run the administrative aspects of your business. Let’s look at a few of the benefits of investing in this software before you open your shop.

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AutoShopOwner

AUGUST 9, 2023

Running an auto repair shop is a rewarding career and an integral part of a community. As an auto shop owner, you must understand the importance of implementing the necessary systems and processes to keep your business profitable and sustainable long-term. However, it also comes with its fair share of financial challenges.

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BayIQ

AUGUST 28, 2023

If you're running a tire shop or auto repair business, implementing a tailored rewards program can set you apart from the competition and keep your customers returning for additional services. But what exactly should you be considering when designing your tire shop's reward program?

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Auto Profit Masters

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

With so many maintenance and repair services locally and throughout the nation, it’s vital to do take the right steps to increase car count at your shop. Even if you run a factory dealership, your team works on many vehicles that use different parts and are owned by many customers.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JUNE 28, 2023

EPISODE: 054 – Building a Community of Auto Shop Owners: The Impact of ASOG on the Industry w/ Scott Pelava Intro The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast features Scott Pelava, founder of the Auto Shop Owners Group (ASOG), who shares his story of how he started the group to help shop owners connect and share their experiences.

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Automotive Training Centre

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Improve Efficiency With Inventory Management Systems Efficient inventory management is the backbone of a well-run auto repair shop. These systems streamline ordering, alerting mechanics when supplies run low and providing insights into the most cost-effective suppliers.

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autoevolution

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

France is a country teeming with top-tier custom bike shops, among which you’ll find BAAK Motocyclettes from Lyon. The work of Remi Reguin and his team has left us speechless on many different occasions, because they’re never content with simply creating a run-of-the-mill project. The build was commissioned by a.

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Tire Review Magazine

MAY 9, 2024

They offer free shipping and have a discount program for tire shops. Champtires had four tires that were the exact brand and model that I needed – run flats and all-season Bridgestone tires – with all of their tread left. Since she lives in the northeast and winter was approaching, she wanted to take care of the tires quickly.

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Tire Review Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

What if I told you that solely relying on sales growth in your shop is a waste of time? A common misconception in the tire industry is that a shop needs to be constantly busy and rapidly growing to be profitable. Running a profitable tire dealership takes more than just increasing car count. effective rate.

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Tire Review Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

What if I told you that solely relying on sales growth in your shop is a waste of time? A common misconception in the tire industry is that a shop needs to be constantly busy and rapidly growing to be profitable. Running a profitable tire dealership takes more than just increasing car count. effective rate.

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Management Car IT 52

Automotive Training Centre

JULY 5, 2023

Whether you prefer the fast-paced environment of a dealership, the autonomy of a retail repair shop, the creativity of a specialty shop, the challenge of heavy-duty truck repair, or the freedom of owning your own business, there is an exciting and fulfilling career waiting for you.

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 23, 2024

He has worked at some reputable shops across Northeast Ohio and has built a great reputation,” he says. Matrix prides itself on creating a learning environment close to the real-world shop experience. With that in mind, he runs a production meeting first thing before entering the shop. In some cases, it’s hereditary.

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 17, 2024

In shops all over the country the debate rages. Regular servicing, such as during a vehicle oil change, can extend their lifespan significantly, providing a cost-effective solution in the long run. When it comes to replacement suspension parts are OE parts necessarily superior to the aftermarket offerings?

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DRIVE

MAY 1, 2024

Between a four-bay shop and two mobile units, his community knows they can count on him for all of their needs. Mark’s shop is located in Bunnel, Florida and his two mobile units service the entirety of Flagler County. With a dedicated team of 10, Mark says he sees them more as a part of his family than as employees.

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Shop Marketing Pros

JULY 7, 2023

When people want their car fixed, they don’t just go to any auto repair shop. You can show your expertise, build trust, and deliver outstanding results by defining the exact process you use that makes your shop unique. A proven process is the exact way that your team does things at your auto repair shop. Here’s how that works.

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Brake & Front End

APRIL 17, 2024

In shops all over the country the debate rages. Regular servicing, such as during a vehicle oil change, can extend their lifespan significantly, providing a cost-effective solution in the long run. When it comes to replacement suspension parts are OE parts necessarily superior to the aftermarket offerings?

Oil Change 130

Oil Change Manufacturing Engineering Utilities 130

autoevolution

APRIL 28, 2024

Run by the Testillano brothers, Nitrocycles has been out there killing the custom motorcycle game since 2014. The shop operates out of Madrid, Spain, but their projects made waves far beyond the borders of their home country over the years. Nitrocycles used a ( continue reading. )

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autoevolution

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

The shop is run by two guys named Azahar and Raveen, whose shared interest in bike-modding culture led to them joining forces many years ago. As you might already know, Southeast Asia has a flourishing custom bike scene we can’t get enough of, spearheaded by nations like Indonesia and Thailand. continue reading. )

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 19, 2024

As I gaze into the rearview mirror and look back at my career as a technician, shop owner, business leader and coach to many successful shop owners, I wonder, what would I say to my younger self to expedite, enhance and straighten the path to get me to where I am today? While it wasn’t easy, we were never short of funds.

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autoevolution

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Since then, he's been trying and succeeding in making it run. But he didn't stop at just making it able to go grocery shopping without its doors falling off. After being abandoned to rot for almost 30 years, this 1977 Ford Mustang Cobra II got a proper new owner. continue reading. )

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AutoInc.

MARCH 6, 2024

Technical Focus: Since most auto shop owners come from a technical background, they may prioritize technical training over leadership development. Time Constraints: Running an auto repair shop can be time-consuming, feeling caught up in the day to day. It’s the driving force behind every successful auto repair shop.

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