Tips from the Experts at Autoshop Solutions We are all aware of the COVID-19 global pandemic that is putting a strain on the health of both our population and economy. Social distancing is keeping at-risk people safe but is requiring businesses to become more creative to stay open. These are roads we have yet to
Marketing Strategies for the Automotive Industry During the Coronavirus Outbreak We need to see the road ahead of us to steer in the right direction. That’s why Autoshop Solutions is staying on top of updates from the World Health Organization and Center for Disease Control. Based on the latest information and insights from our own
As a shop owner, you’re not only in the business of providing auto parts and labor for your customers – you’re also in the business of customer service. Depending on your location, there are likely several competing shops within a few miles of your own. Your customers already expect repair results, so your level of
Let’s Fill Your Service Bays! Before we dive in and spill our secrets on how to increase your shop’s car count, it’s important to determine your business goals first: Are you focusing on an increase in new customers? Do you need your one-time customers to become lifetime customers? Do you need your loyal customers to
Do You Put Your Best Foot Forward In Front of Customers? There’s a lot of competition and customers are looking for a shop that is set apart from the others. Do you talk about what makes you stand above the rest? Get Ahead of the Competition There are so many choices for everything now. As
10 Ways to Improve Phone Conversations Marketing ends when the phone rings. This is your opportunity to bring in new customers and grow your business. It is extremely important to make sure your service writers have proper phone etiquette because they will be the first point of contact for your company. If a service writer
With just one week left before Christmas, why not have a little fun at your shop! The holidays are a great time to show employee appreciation and remind your employees (and customers) why your shop is a great place to work (and get their car repaired!) We’ve gathered some great ways to bring in the
In the long-awaited sequel to our first blog on building trust, we’re continuing the conversation on ways you can establish trust in your shop! By building a foundation of trust with your customers through education, you’re more likely to keep their business, increase your sales, and create a lasting happy customer. Trust Thrives on Customer
Auto shops have the unfortunate luck of being in an industry that has major trust issues with its customers. Most other service providers don’t have a trust issue to this degree, so it’s been a constant sore spot in the industry for years. It has only gotten more challenging with the addition of things like
We all know that marketing is important for your business – how else will people find out about you and your services? Having an informative and easy-to-navigate website, showing up in search engine results, being visible on social media, etc. all help potential customers find your shop. While a lot of these marketing pieces do