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Guides for workshop owners

Practical tips on running a vehicle service business — by topic and by state.

Running your workshop

How to write a clear job card customers trust

The job card is the promise between you and the customer. A good one prevents arguments at delivery.

27 Sep 2026

Running your workshop

10 common two-wheeler complaints and how to record them

Recording complaints the same way every time makes your workshop faster and your records useful.

25 Sep 2026

Running your workshop

Service packages: why fixed prices bring more customers

Customers are not afraid of paying — they are afraid of not knowing what they will pay. A fixed-price package removes that fear.

23 Sep 2026

Running your workshop

Reducing comebacks: when the same vehicle returns with the same problem

A vehicle that comes back within a month with the same complaint costs you twice: free work and a customer who doubts you.

21 Sep 2026

Running your workshop

Quality check before delivery: a two-minute checklist

Two minutes before handing over the keys can save a complaint, a comeback and a bad review.

19 Sep 2026

Running your workshop

Keeping spare parts stock under control

Too much stock locks up your money; too little sends customers away. Control comes from knowing what moves.

17 Sep 2026

Running your workshop

Planning workshop bays and time slots

Mornings are chaotic and afternoons are empty in many workshops. Slots spread the work.

13 Sep 2026

Running your workshop

Showrooms and dealers: free services and warranty claims without lost records

Authorised dealers handle free-service coupons, warranty claims and pre-delivery inspections. Missing paperwork means money not received from the brand.

12 Aug 2026

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