Business By The Numbers: Insights Into Auto Shop Benchmarks [THA 451]
Update: 2025-09-19
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Thanks to our Partners, NAPA TRACS, Today's Class, KUKUI, and Pit Crew Loyalty
Watch Full Video EpisodeThe conversation draws on insights from the 2025 Paar Melis Benchmark Report, built from verified financials and survey data from hundreds of shops. The report reveals what top performing shops are doing differently and where common challenges remain.
Key Takeaways:
Thanks to our Partner, NAPA TRACS
NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at http://napatracs.com/
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Watch Full Video EpisodeThe conversation draws on insights from the 2025 Paar Melis Benchmark Report, built from verified financials and survey data from hundreds of shops. The report reveals what top performing shops are doing differently and where common challenges remain.
Key Takeaways:
- Paar Melis Report Insights: Get a real world look at what drives profitability, efficiency, and growth across the industry.
- Track the Right Metrics: Focus on gross profit, productivity, and expense management.
- Use Benchmark Reports: Compare your numbers to industry averages to spot strengths and weaknesses.
- Seek Expert Guidance: Professional input helps shop owners interpret data and optimize results.
- Adapt to Grow: Success comes from knowing your numbers and being willing to adjust processes.
Thanks to our Partner, NAPA TRACS
NAPA TRACS will move your shop into the SMS fast lane with onsite training and six days a week of support and local representation. Find NAPA TRACS on the Web at http://napatracs.com/
Thanks to our Partner, Today's Class
Optimize training with Today's Class: In just 5 minutes daily, boost knowledge retention and improve team performance. Find Today's Class on the web at https://www.todaysclass.com/
Thanks to our Partner, KUKUIStop juggling multiple marketing tools. KUKUI’s integrated platform delivers 4x better website conversions, automated follow-up, and real-time ROI tracking. Get industry-leading customer support with KUKUI at https://www.kukui.com/
Thanks to our Partner, Pit Crew LoyaltyYou’re probably tired of chasing new customers who never return. We understand. Pit Crew Loyalty ends the one-and-done cycle, turning first visits into lasting, reliable revenue at https://www.pitcrewloyalty.com/
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