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Modern auto shop software made easy
Keep your auto shop organized and professional (all from your phone!) and work more efficiently so you can spend more time doing what you love.
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Calendar
Easily manage tech schedules & workflows
A Smart, online calendar that lets you spend more time doing what you love!
- Schedule automotive appointments by service type.
- View technician and resource availability at a glance.
- Have the essentials like client profiles and vehicle information created just for you!
Easy scheduling & tech workflows
Automatic appointment confirmation
Quick-launch into client history
Manage multiple locations & technicians
Online Booking
Put scheduling on autopilot
Fill your appointment book 24/7 with the most loved online scheduling experience. Allow clients to self book with the right technician in a couple of clicks and answer vehicle information upfront for a 5-star, tailored appointment experience!
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Multi-channel, 24/7 online booking
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Smart-match automotive services (or appointment requests) with the appropriate technician booked in the right room.
Provide clients with a self-service portal to manage their appointments
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Custom scheduling
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Only offer certain services on Monday afternoons? Need more time for break changes? Customize your schedule.
Block time off so your calendar only shows when technicians and resources are available.
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Admin and technician notifications
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Trigger notifications via text, email and the calendar assistant so you can fill last-minute openings.
Reschedule with a single click.
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Triple-boosted bookings & Upfront payments
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Allow clients to book multiple appointments at once, like oil changes, tire rotations, and interior detail.
Save cards on file or accept deposits for built-in no-show protection and faster check-out.
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Collect vehicle information and pictures in advance
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Ask questions like vehicle information and collect pictures.
Link forms to specific services and send automatically. Forms will be saved in each client’s record.
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Automatic booking policies
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Incorporate cancellation or other policies.
Require clients to complete and/or sign off on policies in order to complete their booking.
Smart-match automotive services (or appointment requests) with the appropriate technician booked in the right room.
Provide clients with a self-service portal to manage their appointments
Only offer certain services on Monday afternoons? Need more time for break changes? Customize your schedule.
Block time off so your calendar only shows when technicians and resources are available.
Trigger notifications via text, email and the calendar assistant so you can fill last-minute openings.
Reschedule with a single click.
Allow clients to book multiple appointments at once, like oil changes, tire rotations, and interior detail.
Save cards on file or accept deposits for built-in no-show protection and faster check-out.
Ask questions like vehicle information and collect pictures.
Link forms to specific services and send automatically. Forms will be saved in each client’s record.
Incorporate cancellation or other policies.
Require clients to complete and/or sign off on policies in order to complete their booking.
Reminders
Auto reminders to keep everyone on track
Professional, automatic appointment reminders. Increase attendance and reduce follow-up time. Complete with directions, vehicle information forms, links to the self-serve portal and more.
Client appointment reminders
Reduce no-shows without any manual effort via automated email and SMS reminders.
Impress clients with directions, vehicle information forms to complete and personalized notes.
Clients will love the links to the self-serve option to reschedule, cancel and book future appointments 24/7.
Oil changes and other recurring reminders
Book recurring appointments in advance (oil changes) at regular intervals.
Send automated reminders in advance of appointments.
Clients can reschedule or cancel all on their own.
CRM
Have zero customers slip through the cracks
Smarter client management. Get a 360-degree view of clients so you can deliver more personalized customer experiences that make clients want to return. Score profits by exceeding client expectations.
Client profiles - service history, notes and more
Have a 360-degree view of clients at your fingertips. Store client details, appointment history, forms, documents, vehicle information, invoices/payment transactions, reminders, other documentation and more, accessible from anywhere you are, across any device. Plus, easily identify pending forms and unpaid or partially paid payments directly from each client’s record and follow up with a click. Unlimited storage.
Manage outstanding tasks
Easily identify pending forms and unpaid or partially paid payments directly from each client’s record. Plus, follow up with a click.
Track no-shows
Track no-shows/canceled appointments and tardiness at every appointment, which will influence a client’s trust score. Plus, see individual booking revenue.
Quick client authorizations
View a complete history of customer authorizations, including client comments and more.
Online Forms
Fast estimates and client approvals
Digitize with online estimates, client approvals and more. Even link vehicle information forms to the booking process for completely automatic send-out and filing.
Automate Send-Out
Trigger forms to be sent out depending upon the automotive service type and view completion status.
Plus, set rules like when forms get sent out or how they get filled (e.g. to new clients only) or make completion mandatory in order to complete the booking.
Monitor approval status
Monitor status of approval of repairs from one single dashboard and follow-up on pending forms with a single click.
Before and after photos
Create a form to record before and after photos for liability purposes.
Fast estimates (& virtual approval)
Quickly create estimates and get fast, virtual approval by signature for super fast approvals. Insert most commonly used jobs for even quicker estimates.
Digital vehicle inspections
Build trust with clients by taking pictures of recommended services (and marking them up as necessary) and then send to clients with a click - from any device! Let clients e-sign and then have the approval automatically saved within each client’s profile.
Slick ready-made templates
Save time and quick-start by creating forms from ready-made templates. Pre-made forms can be further customized however you’d like, all with a simple drag and drop.
Payments
Auto estimates & invoices, fast check-out
Streamline payment, from estimates to invoices to final payment. Also reduce your payment processing fees with wholesale rates and get reports to keep your automotive shop on track.
Automatic estimates
Spend less time on the phone by auto-generating estimates. Send them to clients with a single click.
Automatic receipts & 1-click payments
Auto-generate receipts and process payments in a click – all from your Yocale smart calendar. Easily add additional items like retail products or ad-hoc services with a drag and drop and process with a click. Save cards on file for even faster future payments and/or to protect against last-minute cancellations or no-shows.
Upfront payments
Protect against no-shows (and get paid faster) by accepting upfront payments during the online booking process. Or, email receipts with the pay button so clients can pay at their leisure.
Wholesale rates & sleek, modern hardware
Reduce payment processing fees by up to 67% with wholesale rates. Also accept payments on a range of industry-leading, reliable hardware with optional advanced reporting, inventory management and other add-ons.
Daily sales & easy reconciliation
See a daily invoice list to help reconcile your cash registry; customer, vehicle, invoice and payment data is kept together. Also track whether payments come through cash, Stripe, a physical card terminal or others.
Google Reserve
The auto industry’s favorite feature
Get booked straight from the biggest search engine in the world for up to 64% more bookings. Allow Google users to view your availability and book you straight from Google search and Maps.
Speed-boosting, 1-click booking
Allow clients to book appointments in a single click.
*Subject to Google approvals and terms and conditions*
A mega Google Business Profile
Marketing
Built-in marketing to grow your auto shop
Built-in marketing. Bring in more customers with zero effort
Google bookings (RWG)
Increase your bookings by up to 86% and set yourself apart from the competition by adding a Google “Book” button to your Google My Business page. You’ll get booked straight from the biggest search engine in the world or via Google Maps, with new Google bookings placed right on your Yocale booking calendar.
An SEO-optimized public booking page
Grow your online presence with an SEO-optimized web profile page on Yocale Marketplace that will bring you higher up in Google search results so clients find you online. If you’re just starting out, have your public profile booking page act as your own website!
“Book now” buttons
Appear higher in Google search results by adding “Book Now” buttons to your website and booking links on your social media channels. Book buttons also make it easier for clients to book more appointments online and help fill your schedule 24/7.
Built-in marketing & Packages
Display promos, communicate changes to hours or any other memo directly from the online booking screen. Plus, use forms to keep track of packages, discounts and special rates to keep clients coming back.
Automatic reviews
Automatically request reviews after each appointment to build your online presence. You’ll get notified with the added flexibility to approve them before they’re live.
FAQs auto shop software
Auto shop software is an all-in-one solution for managing operations like scheduling, invoicing, and inventory tracking in an auto repair business. It improves efficiency, reduces errors, and saves time by automating administrative tasks. Businesses using such automotive service software often experience better customer satisfaction and streamlined workflows.
Yes, auto repair shop management software simplifies both scheduling and invoicing:
- Scheduling: Automates appointment booking, sends reminders, and optimizes shop capacity.
- Invoicing: Generates accurate invoices, tracks payments, and reduces manual work.
This dual functionality ensures smoother operations and enhances productivity.
To choose the right automotive shop programs and software, consider these factors:
- What specific features does your shop need, such as inventory tracking or auto repair shop CRM tools?
- Does the software integrate with existing tools, like accounting systems?
- Is it scalable, user-friendly, and reliable?
Testing a free trial or demo can also help you evaluate its fit for your shop’s operations. Yocale offers a 21-day free trial, allowing you to explore its features before committing.
Effective auto repair shop software should include essential features such as appointment scheduling, invoicing, inventory tracking, and reporting tools. Additionally, CRM capabilities to manage customer relationships and personalized service reminders are highly valuable.
Opt for software that combines these features seamlessly, like Yocale’s platform.
Yocale’s automotive service appointment scheduling software improves customer service by providing 24/7 online booking, automated reminders, and real-time updates for customers. It ensures smoother communication, timely appointments, and a more convenient experience, resulting in higher customer satisfaction and retention.
Additionally, the auto repair appointment scheduler streamlines shop operations by reducing scheduling errors and optimizing staff time, allowing you to focus on delivering quality service.
Yes, CRM software plays a crucial role in retaining customers. It helps track service history, schedule follow-ups, and send personalized offers or reminders. With CRM features, you can foster stronger relationships, leading to improved loyalty and repeat business.
Auto repair point of sale software, like Yocale, simplifies payment processing while integrating with other essential features such as appointment scheduling, invoicing, and customer management. This streamlined approach improves operational efficiency, enhances the customer experience, and provides valuable insights into sales and business performance.