Quantcast
Jump to content


Check this out! Let me know what you think. Cheap Advertising.


Recommended Posts

I have been doing a lot of research on how to not have to spend thousands of dollars in advertising each year. An acquaintance of mine showed me this new website. www.godocauto.com Its is suppose to work though back-linking, SEO, Google, Bing, Yahoo. Please let me know what you think. I am very interested, and it is very cheap.

Link to comment
Share on other sites



We joined. I was impressed with their website, Facebook page, and Google Plus Page. It is a fairly new company, and looks fairly simple to use as a customer. We only work on two Makes of vehicles so it only cost us $19.95 plus tax for the first 3 months. I thought it was worth a try. It definitely looks to have some potential. What do you think?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

The problem with those sites I have found is that we have only had a handful of customers come from them in 11 years, which means they are not doing anything to advertise for us. Not only that most of them advertise for dealerships also. I haven't had any success with those sites, and from the membership letter we received from godocauto.com it sounds like they know what they are doing? It gave us a list of things to do to help with SEO. It is cheaper and specified by Make. This website, from what I see, is only for independent shops.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I still don't see what they do. I am pretty much a hawk when it comes to anything auto repair business related on the internet and this is the first I am hearing from them. I am just curious as to how their service actually helps with SEO. I understand how back links work however what is this service specifically doing that you can't do yourself or a full marketing suite from an auto related marketing company can't or is not doing for you.

 

 

Also from my perspective I have no seen any repairpal, automd, etc etc sites have great results or good ROI. What works is yelp, google+, organic SEO and adwords. If there is a service to boost these avenues of marketing then I'd be interested. Otherwise if its a site built on promises of driving more customers I don't believe it.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Here is what I found out. I was told it works with Google Plus, Yahoo, Bing, Organic SEO, link building, high-rank back links, Facebook, and Pintrest.

 

The way I look at it is if I get two customers out of it in 12 months, it is well worth it. My ROI would be great!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Set up two appointments this morning GoDocAuto.com, new customers. These two appointments paid for my membership already. Also received my first review on their site last week

Link to comment
Share on other sites

oh, and you are his only shop in the United States. i clicked on everyone of the states and the only shop to come up was yours in Ohio. No other shop in the nation is doing this. I think he needs the advertising more than us :)

Link to comment
Share on other sites

sorry, just trying to help others. SEO is not an overnight thing. you CANNOT buy your way to seo rankings, you have to do many things to get top spot and it takes months. You can get at the top but its not seo ranking or generic rankings doing it, its people buying ad spots and pay for click spots that are there on those spots in a short amount of time.

 

Google and other search engines have worked long and hard to keep you from paying to be on page one, slot one. They want your content, your website traffic, meta data, key words among other things to rank at the top.

 

Did you check that the review was really your customer cause, the way its written is not how customers write reviews, its too technical and fishy looking. Yes its only 20 dollars but is it just smoke and mirrors?

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

 

  • "$19.95 / month, for up to two Makes of vehicles, Repair Shops Only."

so what 2 makes did you buy for 20 whole dollars.

 

 

BMW and MINI. It is a brand new site and only went live this month. We'll see what happens. My name is Brett. The review is from one of our customers, and she does know about cars. She is a race instructor at Mid-Ohio.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

The only thing I don't like about like about a site like this is that they advertise everybody, even chain stores and dealerships. If you don't mind me asking, how much do you pay a month to be on Repair Pal?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

The only thing I don't like about like about a site like this is that they advertise everybody, even chain stores and dealerships. If you don't mind me asking, how much do you pay a month to be on Repair Pal?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

The only thing I don't like about like about a site like this is that they advertise everybody, even chain stores and dealerships. If you don't mind me asking, how much do you pay a month to be on Repair Pal?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

The only thing I don't like about like about a site like this is that they advertise everybody, even chain stores and dealerships. If you don't mind me asking, how much do you pay a month to be on Repair Pal?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

KMS, I removed the links to that site. You seem to have the only site on there and are the only member on that site. There is no way they can offer any backlinks or SEO value to any member here from one registered site, unless they are linking all their member sites together (when they get some members). I can appreciate your success with that site and wanting to share the info with this community.

 

However, whether it's yours or not, the owners need to follow our guidelines on advertising, if that site is to be promoted on ASO: http://www.autoshopowner.com/forum-8/announcement-3-promoting-your-company-on-aso-please-read/

 

I'm going to leave this topic open because you have been a member here and we value your opinion. But one mention about them is fine, lets let them register if they want to promote their services as a paid advertiser. Thanks.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
  • Have you checked out Joe's Latest Blog?

         13 comments
      Most shop owners would agree that the independent auto repair industry has been too cheap for too long regarding its pricing and labor rates. However, can we keep raising our labor rates and prices until we achieve the profit we desire and need? Is it that simple?
      The first step in achieving your required gross and net profit is understanding your numbers and establishing the correct labor and part margins. The next step is to find your business's inefficiencies that impact high production levels.
      Here are a few things to consider. First, do you have the workflow processes in place that is conducive to high production? What about your shop layout? Do you have all the right tools and equipment? Do you have a continuous training program in place? Are technicians waiting to use a particular scanner or waiting to access information from the shop's workstation computer?
      And lastly, are all the estimates written correctly? Is the labor correct for each job? Are you allowing extra time for rust, older vehicles, labor jobs with no parts included, and the fact that many published labor times are wrong? Let's not forget that perhaps the most significant labor loss is not charging enough labor time for testing, electrical work, and other complicated repairs.  
      Once you have determined the correct labor rate and pricing, review your entire operation. Then, tighten up on all those labor leaks and inefficiencies. Improving production and paying close attention to the labor on each job will add much-needed dollars to your bottom line.
  • Similar Topics

    • By Joe Marconi
      Check Out Our NEW Series on YouTube, and See WHY You Should Team Up With The Top Shops In America!
          In The Vault with Darrin Barney - A New Series!
      We're so excited to release the first interview clip from our new YouTube series, "In The Vault with Darrin Barney" !
       
      This series follows Elite President and Shop Owner Darrin Barney interviewing fellow shop owners, managers, and service advisors at our AMI-Accredited Fly With The Eagles 3-day Shop Management course.
       
      In this interview, Scott Schmid of Archer's Auto Repair in Idaho talks about the career changes that led to his beginnings with Elite, the immediate results he saw, and the business values that he holds dear.
       
      Watch now, and subscribe to our channel so you never miss an upload of shop tips, webinars, interviews, vault clips, and more!
      Watch Now!     Are you looking for a more successful shop and a healthier work/life balance?
      Top Shop 360 is your answer.
       
      Did you know that after spending only 90 days in Top Shop 360, our clients AVERAGE more than a 4 to 1 return on investment? And, we're one of the only companies that requires NO CONTRACTS with our coaching?
       
      There's a reason Elite's Top Shop 360 is number one. All our coaches are working to give back, and elevate the industry that we love.
       
      We know every shop is different, which is why our Business Development Master Plan outlines YOUR goals and every step to reach them, and coaching is tailored to exactly what you want to accomplish.
       
      Learn more about how our shop-specific approach can help you uplevel your business TODAY!
      See How We Help!
    • By carmcapriotto
      Erich and Lauralee Schmidt went to a 4 day work week during COVID and haven't looked back. They also have an app for their shop with benefits to customers.
      Erich and Lauralee Schmidt, Schmidt Auto Care, Springboro, OH    Show Notes:  
      4 day work week- exhaustion during COVID, started cutting Fridays with three day weekends. Prefaced it as summer hours and would go back to 5 days in the fall. They never went back to 5 day work week. Revenue, productivity, and efficiency increased. 8-7 pm work hours. The check-in process includes 4 day work week schedule.  40 hours of training a year minimum- observing efficiency, open communication, partnering with employees with their training. Training is a requirement when hiring employees. “Where are your interests?” Service Advisor=Serice Specialist  Free Schmidt Auto Care App- started 6 years, App Fueled is a customizable garage for clients and a bevy of services outside of just communication. Special pricing, birthday specials, loyalty touch points. 30% of the customer base has the app.  Had ADAS for 3 years, one of the first in the area to get it. Program and calibration.
      Thanks to our Partner, Dorman Products. Dorman gives people greater freedom to fix vehicles by constantly developing new repair solutions that put owners and technicians first. Take the Dorman Virtual Tour at www.DormanProducts.com/Tour
      Connect with the Podcast:
      Aftermarket Radio Network
      Subscribe on YouTube
      Visit us on the Web
      Follow on Facebook
      Become an Insider
      Buy me a coffee
      Important Books
      Check out today's partner:
       


      Click to go to the Podcast on Remarkable Results Radio
    • By carmcapriotto
      ONE
      Intro; Being the auto repair shop for fleet customers requires a different way of marketing. You’re not going to gain fleet customers doing the same marketing you do for retail customers. In this episode, we share real-life marketing tips and strategies to help you land those fleet customers you want!
      TWO
      Talking Points
      This is ALL about the relationship Develop your customer avatar for fleet customers Make your Dream 25 List Create a series of steps you want to take to create and nurture those relationships Where are their watering holes? Go there. Become a regular. What traditional marketing should you do for fleets?  
      THREE
       
      Lagniappe (Books, Links, Other Podcasts, etc)
      Book: Giftology - https://www.amazon.com/Giftology-Increase-Referrals-Strengthen-Retention/dp/1619614332   
      FOUR
       
      How To Get In Touch
      Group - Auto Repair Marketing Mastermind
      Website - shopmarketingpros.com 
      Facebook - facebook.com/shopmarketingpros 
      Get the Book - shopmarketingpros.com/book
      Instagram - @shopmarketingpros 
      Questions/Ideas - [email protected]
      Thanks to our partner, RepairPal. Visit the Web HERE
      Click to go to the Podcast on Remarkable Results Radio
    • By carmcapriotto
      Talking Points
      Statistics The way people search is very different Searches are longer Searches are more conversational You need to answer questions in complete sentences This is one reason why blogs are so important Search queries are longer but your answers need to be short and concise Optimize for featured snippets Write the way you talk - natural language Include questions in your content - long tail keywords Dumb it down - write it for a 10 year old Use long content “Near Me” searches continue to increase Do more video - featured snippets in videos  
      Lagniappe (Books, Links, Other Podcasts, etc)
       
      https://backlinko.com/optimize-for-voice-search  
      How To Get In Touch
       
      Group - Auto Repair Marketing Mastermind
      Website - shopmarketingpros.com 
      Facebook - facebook.com/shopmarketingpros 
      Get the Book - shopmarketingpros.com/book
      Instagram - @shopmarketingpros 
      Questions/Ideas - [email protected] 
      Thanks to our partner, RepairPal. Visit the Web HERE
      Click to go to the Podcast on Remarkable Results Radio
    • By Transmission Repair

      Premium Member Content 

      This content is hidden to guests, one of the benefits of a paid membership. Please login or register to view this content.



  • By nptrb, in Automotive Industry,

    By nptrb, in Automotive Industry,

    By nptrb, in Automotive Industry,

  • Our Sponsors



×
×
  • Create New...