By now, you’ve probably seen the headlines: President Trump’s new 25% tariffs on imported automobiles and auto parts took effect April 3, and they’re already making waves across the automotive industry. But beyond the big manufacturers and dealerships, there’s another group feeling the squeeze — the small businesses that keep America’s cars looking sharp on the inside. … [Read more...] about How Trump’s New Tariffs Could Shake Up the Auto Upholstery Industry
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5 Things Auto Upholstery Shops Can Give Customers for Free
You didn’t open an auto trim shop to give your services away for free. But there are five things that you can offer your customers – free of charge – that would improve your customer service and encourage them to keep coming back. Best of all, they’ll cost you next to nothing. … [Read more...] about 5 Things Auto Upholstery Shops Can Give Customers for Free
How to Turn Indecisive Shoppers into Paying Customers
Early in my career, a customer brought his 1969 Chevrolet Camaro to my auto upholstery shop to inquire about a full custom interior. After speaking with me for over an hour and browsing through hundreds of fabric swatches, he still couldn’t decide how he wanted his interior to look. Over the course of a month, he returned five more times — each time pulling me away from work to … [Read more...] about How to Turn Indecisive Shoppers into Paying Customers
Filing Your Shop’s Taxes is Easier with QuickBooks
If you ever wanted to learn how to use QuickBooks, now's your chance. The Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering free lessons on how to use the popular accounting software. … [Read more...] about Filing Your Shop’s Taxes is Easier with QuickBooks
5 Things To Do Before the U.S. Bans TikTok
With the TikTok ban possibly going into effect on January 19, many auto upholstery shops are left wondering how to keep things rolling. … [Read more...] about 5 Things To Do Before the U.S. Bans TikTok
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