EPA Responds to the Freedom to Fix Memo: What Changed for Your Shop
One of the biggest questions after the memorandum came out was simple: now what? The answer came fast. Within two days, the EPA issued guidance...
Trump's Freedom to Fix Memorandum: What It Means for Your Shop
President Trump did not sign the REPAIR Act. He signed a memorandum called Freedom to Fix, directing the EPA to review how it handles...
New Year’s Resolutions for Auto Repair Shop Owners
Every January, the same resolutions show up everywhere: eat better, stress less, save more money, work on yourself. Auto repair shop owners make...
How Auto Repair Shops Are Making Four-Day Workweeks Work
A lot of shop owners aren't convinced a four-day workweek can work in auto repair. You need cars in bays, techs turning hours, and steady...
Should You Register a Vehicle in Montana to Avoid Sales Tax?
If you've been in any shop owner forum or watched car videos lately, you've probably heard about the “Montana LLC” trick. The pitch sounds simple:...
How to Measure the 6 Key Auto Repair Shop Metrics in QuickBooks Online
If you’re putting in the hours but not seeing the profit you should, it’s not your work ethic that’s the problem. It’s what you’re measuring. The...
6 KPIs Every Auto Repair Shop Owner Should Track for Profitability
If you want to grow your auto repair shop profitably, you need more than cars lined up outside and a gut feeling about how the business is doing. You...
Auto Repair Shop Accounting: 10 Tips to Stop Hidden Profit Leaks
Running an automotive repair shop isn’t just about fixing cars; it’s about plugging the leaks in your numbers.If your accounting isn’t accurate, your...
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What the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Means for Auto Repair Shops
On July 4, 2025, the President signed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB)—a sweeping tax package with more than 100 changes. Not every line item...
Do You Need a CPA for Your Auto Repair Shop?
You’re running a busy shop—but your financials aren’t helping you make decisions.If your numbers are unclear, outdated, or not helping you plan...
The Best Auto Repair Shop Software Packages in 2025
Running an auto repair shop in 2025 means juggling more complexity and more opportunity than ever. It’s not just about fixing cars anymore. You’re...
How Tariffs Impact Auto Repair Shops: Parts Pricing & Strategy Tips
Tariffs aren’t just political noise—they’re hitting small businesses hard, and auto repair shops are no exception. If your shop relies on imported...