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Archive for January, 2023

Gilbert Motor Service, Alhambra, CA is Your Hometown Auto Repair Specialist!

January 30th, 2023

At Gilbert Motor Service, they will take care of you and your car. They offer an extensive variety of services including Hybrid Vehicle Repair, Catalytic Converters, Check Engine Lights, and Diagnostics. Stop by at 2100 W Valley Blvd Alhambra, CA 91803 or give them a call at 626-282-0644 to schedule your appointment today.

For Auto Repair Services in Alhambra go to Gilbert Motor Service or visit www. gilbertmotorservice.com

Autowerks European, San Ramon, CA. “The Best European Car Services In The Area”

January 30th, 2023

If you want exclusive car care for your European vehicle, check out Autowerks European. They specialize in European Import vehicles and will know just what you and your car need. From Audi to Porsche, they can handle anything you might need to keep your car in top condition. Some of their services include Transmissions, alignments, brakes, engine repair. Give them a call to find out more at 925-552-7990. Or, stop by and visit them at 2141 San Ramon Valley Blvd San Ramon, CA 94583.

For the best European Car maintenance and repair in San Ramon, CA. visit Autowerks European!

Instagram Is Now a Necessity for Auto Repair Shops

January 24th, 2023

If your auto repair shop is not on Instagram yet, now is the time. Instagram is making it easier for its users to find local businesses. In addition, a Google exec was recently quoted about how often young people use Instagram to find local businesses.

Last year Instagram updated their map functionality so that local businesses could be discovered. Before that only posts that were tagged with a nearby location could be found. Now, your official Instagram account can be found on the map. That is of course, if you have an Instagram account.

example of Instagram map

Do Auto Repair Shops Need to Be on Instagram?

I know what you might be thinking – “I don’t need one more online account to have to manage!” Yes, you’ve got your Google Business Profile, Facebook, maybe Yelp and maybe others. But here’s one reason why Instagram is important – a Google executive last year said “In our studies, something like almost 40% of young people, when they’re looking for a place for lunch, they don’t go to Google Maps or Search. They go to TikTok or Instagram.”

I realize that auto repair shops are not the same as restaurants. But if “young people” are using Instagram to find restaurants they’ll be using it to find auto repair shops soon enough if they aren’t already.

Also – if “young people” are using Instagram in this way, not-so-young people will probably be doing so soon. And, if this age group just starts getting used to searching for local businesses using Instagram they will likely continue to do so as they age.

AnA Tire & Automotive on Instagram

Instagram User Statistics

You can find all sorts of statistics about who uses Instagram and how often, but I will rely on the Pew Research Center because I know they are as trustworthy as they come. Their most recent United States social media survey is a little dated being two years old (https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2021/10/07/7-facts-about-americans-and-instagram/) but here’s some data from that survey:

• 40% of Americans say the use Instagram
• 71% of those ages 18-29 use Instagram
• 48% of those ages 30-49 use Instagram
• 47% of those with incomes of $75k+ use Instagram
• Of those who use Instagram, 59% use it at least once a day with 38% saying they use it several times a day

If your target audience is included in the user statistics above, the case for utilizing Instagram is even more clear. If you are in a college town then this is impacting you now. If you are in any other market where your customer base includes 18-29 year olds this is impacting you now.

How Do I Capture Instagram Users Searching for Auto Repair?

Instagram Business Account instructions

If you are already using Instagram

Switch to a professional account if you haven’t already. Make sure to fully complete your profile.

If you do not have an Instagram account

You can go to this web page – https://business.instagram.com/getting-started – and create a business account. About halfway down the page you’ll see the text from the image above. Just to the right of that text is a walkthrough video that takes you through the steps. Complete your profile and post some of your best photos, if you have some to post.

The good news is that setting up an Instagram business account just takes a little bit of time and is free. Plus you’ll be giving yourself an opportunity to bring in more customers. You have nothing to lose.

If you really want to leverage Instagram to engage your potential customer base, you can start posting. But if you don’t, at least you’ve done the minimum to make sure you are findable for those who use Instagram to search for auto repair services in your area.

Would you like help building out your Instagram profile and engaging your audience on Instagram? We can help you with our Social + package. Give us a call today at 855-294-6397 or schedule a meeting with us at a time that’s convenient for you!

Visit Gilbert Motor Service in Alhambra CA for Your Next Car Repair!

January 20th, 2023

Gilbert Motor Service in Alhambra, CA is the place to go to get your car up and running in top condition. Owner Darren has a passion for cars and will treat you and your vehicle with respect. Some of their services include transmissions, engine maintenance and repair, oil changes, alignments and brake services just to name a few. For the best auto repair in Alhambra, stop by the shop at 2100 W Valley Blvd Alhambra, CA 91803 or call 626-282-0644 to schedule an appointment.

Proactive Fleet Services LLC – Bunnell FL – Your Hometown Fleet Repair Specialist

January 19th, 2023

To make sure your fleet of vehicles is always on the road, trust Proactive Fleet Services LLC in Bunnell FL. They can manage your fleet repairs and maintenance and make sure servicing is up to date and up to standards.

Call the shop at 386-387-9869 to schedule an appointment or stop by at 606 North 9th St Unit 2 Bunnell, FL 32110 today for the best fleet maintenance and repair services in Bunnell!

Houston ADAS brings expert Driver Assistance Calibration Services to Houston, TX

January 17th, 2023

Houston ADAS in Porter, TX helps vehicle owners and auto professionals properly repair, realign, and/or recalibrate today’s complex vehicle systems following a collision or other mechanical work. Proper post-collision ADAS calibration requires a specially designed and equipped facility and technicians who are trained and experienced with the many nuances of ADAS calibration. Houston ADAS has both the staff and facility to perform proper ADAS calibration for body shops, dealerships, insurance agencies, and vehicle owners who are not properly trained or equipped to perform these services themselves. Call today to schedule an appointment at 281-354-8700 or stop by the shop at 22321 E Martin Drive, Suite B in Porter.

All in All Automotive Is Your Livonia Source For All Things Car!

January 13th, 2023

All in All Automotive is proud to be a new auto repair shop in Livonia, MI www.allinallauto.com. Located at 34957 Plymouth Rd Livonia, MI 48150 they’ve built a team of skilled and experienced team of technicians and are excited to be Livonia’s new one-stop shop for auto maintenance and repair. All in All Automotive offers a wide variety of services including oil changes and maintenance services, engine repairs, Suspension services,  brakes, auto and ac/ services, general maintenance, electrical, diagnostics. Give them a call at (734) 436-1606 if you have questions or to schedule an appointment.

Visit Blake’s Automotive LLC in Clarksville TN for Your Next Car Repair!

January 12th, 2023

Blake’s Automotive LLC is proud to be a new auto repair shop in Clarksville TN. Located at 617 S Riverside Dr Clarksville, TN 37040 they’ve built a team of skilled and experienced technicians and are excited to be Clarksville’s new one-stop shop for auto maintenance and repair. Blake’s Automotive LLC offers a wide variety of services including oil changes and maintenance services, transmissions, engine repairs, brakes, alignments, auto and ac/ services, electrical, diagnostics. Give them a call at 931-896-2424 if you have questions or to schedule an appointment. www.blakesautomotivetn.com

Exhaust Special T’s is Your Hometown Auto Repair and Exhaust Specialist

January 12th, 2023

Exhaust Special T’s in Muskegon, MI is the place to go to get your car up and running in top condition. Owners have a passion for cars and will treat you and your vehicle with respect. Some of their services include transmissions, exhaust manifolds, high-performance suspension, engine maintenance and repair, oil changes, and brake servicing  just to name a few. For the best auto repair in Muskegon, MI, stop by the shop at 5401 E Apple Ave Muskegon, MI 49442 or call 231-788-4077 to schedule an appointment.  https://www.exhaustspecialts.com/

Proactive Fleet Services LLC – Bunnell FL “Trustworthy Service”

January 10th, 2023

Proactive Fleet Services LLC can handle all aspects of fleet repairs and maintenance including Fleet Maintenance, Electrical Services, Engine Diagnosis, Transmission Repair. Additionally they use high-tech diagnostic equipment to guarantee your vehicles are repaired and/or serviced correctly the first time around. The team only use the highest quality replacement parts when it comes to your fleet. Visit www.proactivefleet.com