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9 Replies Last post: Jan 2, 2009 10:03 AM by StevePo

How do you use your website to increase business?

Dec 30, 2008 11:05 AM

PitCrew 11 posts since
Dec 23, 2008

In the automotive repair business, I find that it is extremely important to build trust. I’ve had success using our company’s web presence to gain credibility and trust from potential clients. For example, I had a very good customer find my business through a Google local search of auto repair businesses in our geographical area. His search showed him about four businesses. He told me he selected Pit Crew Auto Care because of our website.
Wishing you success
Adrienne
http://pitcrewautocare.com
http://womenautoknow.net

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koz4change 58 posts since
Nov 25, 2008

1. Re: How do you use your website to increase business? Dec 31, 2008 4:00 PM

I like both sites. Basic, but functional. Much better than most auto websites I've seen. If you want to upgrade your site and use some great online marketing tools check out http://www.TheBlueKingdom.com. Good Luck!

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LUCKIEST 7,933 posts since
Aug 6, 2007

2. Re: How do you use your website to increase business? Dec 31, 2008 4:14 PM

use your website to increase business, Welcome

YES it is extremely important to build trust. I drive a Saab and it is very hard to watch someone plat under the hood. Trust is VIP.

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Iwrite 1,100 posts since
Dec 29, 2007

3. Re: How do you use your website to increase business? Dec 31, 2008 4:14 PM

I really love the fact that you have a message to your web presence! Have you thought about offering a service where car buyers can bring a car they are thinking about purchasing (mainly used cars) and get it inspected? I knew of a repair place in Atlanta that did it and they did great business doing it. Good and trustworthy mechanics are hard to find! I would tell that story every opportunity you get to market or advertise. Think about sending out emails and having a widget added to your website that customers could download to their desktop that would notify them of specials or when it is time for service.

I am really impressed, you are doing more than businesses that are web based! Great job.

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SimsSolutions 4 posts since
Dec 31, 2008

4. Re: How do you use your website to increase business? Dec 31, 2008 4:54 PM

Having a website is a matter of stature in the business world although it is important to be heard and advertise. On all of your litature, example - invoices, business cards, signs and so forth make your site connection understood. In regards to Google, Yahoo plus, your site should be submitted. You can go a step further and actually purchase certain keywords and they will be listed as a sponsored link. My business at Sims Solutions ( www.simssolutions.com) can help you so please feel free to contact me via email/contact on my site and or call me at 817-297-8767. We are located in Crowley, TX and will be happy to arrange a time to discuss the possibilities further.
Thanks- Melissa

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helen198 3 posts since
Dec 28, 2008

5. Re: How do you use your website to increase business? Jan 2, 2009 3:25 AM

It's very important to use website to increase business.We are led bulbs manufacture to export products worldwide.It's impossible to view the goods in our factory.The foreign clients only searched us by website.

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LUCKIEST 7,933 posts since
Aug 6, 2007

6. Re: How do you use your website to increase business? Jan 2, 2009 6:45 AM

in response to: helen198

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PitCrew 11 posts since
Dec 23, 2008

7. Re: How do you use your website to increase business? Jan 2, 2009 8:03 AM

in response to: Iwrite

I had thought about offering FREE inspections for use vehicle purchase to my target population of clients. Thanks for your post - I like your use of the word trustworthy - I need to include it on my site. As I refresh the site, which I do monthly, I'll use your ideas. Thanks

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Iwrite 1,100 posts since
Dec 29, 2007

8. Re: How do you use your website to increase business? Jan 2, 2009 9:30 AM

in response to: PitCrew

You are welcome. Glad to help.

"Trustworthy" is more than word to be used, it is the feeling I got from reading at both of your sites. You can say you are trustworthy but also show it in the information you provide and the services you give.

When you refresh your site, think about how you can make your "trustworthy" story stronger? What columns, article or features can you add to the website that develop or encourage trust? Establish your business as THE source for automotive repair service and information.

You are not far from this message now. Good luck.

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StevePo 3 posts since
Dec 29, 2008

9. Re: How do you use your website to increase business? Jan 2, 2009 10:10 AM

in response to: PitCrew

PitCrew,

You have a nice site. Good use of keywords in the title tags.

I found one error though. When I clicked on the 'Car Care' link in the top nav bar, it takes me to this link:

http://www.pitcrewautocare.procarcarezone.com/topshop/web/default.asp?Shop_Memb_ID=148669

On that page, I got this message:
HTTP/1.1 404 Object Not Found
Just thought you should know.

Best,

Steve Pollak
Owner
Pollak Web Design
http://www.pollakwebdesign.com

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