#17 How I built a garage around a single brand - Should you specialise? - On The Ramp Podcast
Description
This episode is sponsored by Castrol and The Race Group, to learn more about Castrol Service please visit https://www.castrol.com/en_gb/united-kingdom/home/partner-with-us/independent-workshops.html
In this episode, Alex and Nathan sit down with Olly, a Mercedes-Benz specialist with years of experience running a successful independent garage. From starting his business with limited resources to building a national reputation, Olly shares his journey, the benefits of specialising, and the challenges of staying ahead in the motor trade.
📌 Topics Covered:
Why specialising in a single brand makes sense for independent garages
Building efficiency and expertise in diagnostics and repairs
Creating a loyal customer base through trust and community engagement
Advice for garage owners considering specialisation
Whether you're an independent garage owner, a mechanic, or simply interested in the automotive industry, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of independent garages.
🎧 Listen Now to learn more about Olly's approach and what it takes to run a specialist garage.
💬 Share your thoughts: Are you considering specialising your services? Let us know in the comments below!
00:00 - Introduction
01:46 - About Prestige Car Service
21:41 - Diagnostics
36:33 - Would you specialise?
48:12 - Setbacks
52:19 - Getting a larger workshop
57:32 - Being content with what you have
01:00:36 - Benefits of a single brand
01:12:37 - Why dealerships need to change
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