Category: Tips

Most shop owners know they should be on social media. Few have the time to figure out what to post,...

Purchasing car lifts is one of the biggest auto equipment investments. This is because the upfront cost is just one...

Auto repair shop layout designs are one of the highest-leverage decisions for shop owners. A well-designed floor plan helps increase...

Smartphones have changed what it means to work in a shop. A technician today carries diagnostic databases, wiring diagrams, labor...

Every tool in your shop sends a signal to your technicians, to your customers, and to the bottom line. The...

Independent auto repair shops are sitting in the middle of a genuine opportunity. The average U.S. vehicle age hit 12.8...

The opening or start of a tire shop requires more than just a place to put a business and technicians....

Not all auto repair shops are created equal. It is based on an open plan. A formal business plan can...

Opening an auto repair shop is a great way to venture into owning a business: you’re creating something from scratch...

Running an auto repair shop means managing a lot of moving parts, literally and figuratively. Between managing technicians, keeping up...

Opening a tire shop sounds straightforward on the surface. You stock some tires, hire a couple of technicians, and let...

So you’re ready to turn your passion for cars into a real business. That’s exciting, and, honestly, a little intimidating...