The Digital Shop® Blog
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Winter Car Maintenance: Must-Do Services for Cold Weather
December 16, 2025
When temperatures drop, car trouble rises. Every shop knows winter is hard on vehicles, but your customers might not realize how quickly the cold can..
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Feeling the Slow Season? Here’s How to Boost Revenue Without Relying on Walk-Ins
December 3, 2025
For many independent auto repair shops, the slow season hits like clockwork. Whether it’s post-holiday lulls or the heat of summer when fewer people..
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Is Your Shop Keeping Up With Today’s Tech-Savvy Customers?
November 26, 2025
The next generation of car owners is already here. Gen Z and Millennials now make up the largest group of drivers on the road, and they’re bringing..
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Customer Confusion and Service Disputes? It Might Be Your Process, Not Your People
October 29, 2025
Even top shops get one-star reviews. The culprit usually isn’t effort—it’s an inconsistent process. In a high-trust, high-stakes business like auto..
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Get to Know Jon Belmonte, CEO of AutoVitals
October 22, 2025
When Jon Belmonte stepped into the role of CEO at AutoVitals in 2019, he brought with him a strong background in scaling technology companies across..
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Expanding Your Shop? 5 Must-Have Systems to Scale Without Losing Control
October 16, 2025
Scaling your auto repair business is a major milestone that opens the door to new opportunities for your team and customers. With growth comes..
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10 Things to Consider When Upgrading Your Shop Management System
October 1, 2025
Upgrading your shop management system (SMS) is a decision that can impact every area of your business. Whether you’re looking to improve technician..
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Award-Winning Auto Repair: I-70 Auto Service Named Best in KC
September 24, 2025
At AutoVitals, we’re proud to support independent shops that are committed to delivering world-class service and fostering lasting customer..
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Make the Most of Your Shop’s Coaching Program with AutoVitals
September 17, 2025
Working with a business coaching group like ATI, Repair Shop of Tomorrow, The Institute for Automotive Business Excellence, or the Transformers..
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Solving the Auto Repair Technician Shortage with DVI-Ready Graduates
August 13, 2025
The technician shortage affects every auto repair shop across the country. Monterey Peninsula College (MPC) is stepping up to meet the challenge. Led..