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Cars will always be around whether diesel, auto, or even electric (like the Tesla) and therefore I want to open up my own shop and get into the Tuning & Performance business.
Participating in events like TX2K, HPT Truck Shootout, Scraping into Spring, and American Outlaws Live.
Racing for money and maintaining my customers happy with their dream cars, I also want to get into the Auto Body Shop business modifying my cars to look as sick as possible and working with artists like the guy who painted The Gypsy Rose a 1963 Impala ( Walter Prey) or artists like Shuichi Shigeno (creator of InitialD) and working with my customers budgets as well to keep them happy.

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LSX Motorsports -Performance Tuning and Engine Upgrades

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LSX Motorsports Specializes in performance tuning and engine upgrades on all GM Based LS Platforms Including the Camaro Corvette Chevy / GMC Trucks and all custom vehicles with LSX style engines.

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It's the American Dream everyone wants to own their own business and build their own wealth doing what they love and making good money while they're doing so. To own a business isn't as simple as it seems, after all dreaming costs nothing but effort does.
Must be ASE Certified- How are you gonna be trusted to work on a car if you're not certified to work on it?
Don't go bankrupt- Plan ahead and have your money ready, whether it's a loan (don't get one) or you have saved up over the years
There's about 16 ASE certifications, and you need to choose whether you want to be specialized in one thing or everything but doing that requires more money invested into tools & equipment which sometimes is hard for an up and coming business.
Get the word out- you need to have your clients built up or have someway to get some
Having your equipment ready and the proper equipment like lifts, diagnostic machine's, the right tools, and in my case a dyno.
Last but not least is that you literally need to STAND OUT which is literally attracting customers in a creative way because out of so many auto shops why should they choose yours?

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A lot of mechanics waste their talents by working under those who are less skilled than them.

If you are self-motivated mechanic with basic business knowledge and access to capital, then learning how to open an auto repair shop might be right for you.

Let's take a look at how much it costs to open an auto repair shop.

What Does It Cost to Open an Automotive Repair Shop?

1. Diagnostic Machine range from $5,000 to $10,000.

2. Shop rental fees range from $1,500 to $15,000 a month depending on the size

3. A good tool set with specialty tools costs $15,000.

4. Insurance cost of about $4,000 a year.

5. A nice lift with installation included costs around $3,700.

Total Cost: $47,700
These are not all the fees associated with opening an auto shop, but they are usually the highest fees that everyone has to pay.

Finding & Designing a Good Location

Stay within traveling distance of your client's homes.

Pick a building slightly larger than what you need.

Stay close to the main roads of the city or town.

Find a building with a lobby room where customers can wait.

Advertising Your Auto Shop

Hang up fliers around town.

Advertise on your local television station.

Offer discounts on common repairs and oil changes

Use social media sites

Creating A Successful Auto Shop Business

Once you've started your auto repair shop, make sure that you know the best methods for running your shop successfully.

Although auto shops are essentially recession proof, it can still be difficult to compete in the industry. Learn how AppointmentPlus can help you run your auto repair shop successfully and you're much more likely to keep your business running for many years to come.

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How to Open an Auto Repair Shop | AppointmentPlus

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A lot of mechanics waste their talents by working under those who are less skilled than them. If you are self-motivated mechanic with basic business knowledge and access to capital, then learning how to open an auto repair shop might be right for you.

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Automotive Technician (Adesa Auto Auction Hutchins) -
Must have experience in performing proper diagnosis, repairs and maintenance to vehicles as assigned by your boss.
Salaries start out at 50k to 80k a year, must at least have 1 year of experience
3 ASE Certifications are required
Benefits are:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Company match 401(k)

Employee stock purchasing program

Employee development geared towards your career goals

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Automotive Technician Jobs, Employment in Dallas, TX | Indeed.com

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794 Automotive Technician jobs available in Dallas, TX on Indeed.com. Automotive Technician, Automotive Mechanic, Audi Brand Specialist and more!

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Maintain Professional appearance, and a neat work environment consistent with The Handbook (rules) notify manager whenever any delays happen or discrepancies in repair estimates.
Resolve any customer complaints by being friendly and courteous, lookup parts that are needed to perform the service. Save and tag warranty parts or cores for return to vendor. Advise your manager if anything is broken or needs to be repaired, always be safe! Don't want to get hurt, always keep your work area clean.

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Obviously I need the knowledge and training to get my foot in the door which I have already started doing so by starting school at UTI in June and I'll be doing Diesel & Auto and getting my certifications there as well. After that I'll need to gain work experience and work with the right companies that can push me in the right direction. Companies like Cummins, Chevrolet, or Caterpillar

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Geographic area can affect how much an auto repair shop owner earns.

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Auto repair shop owners usually spend years working as mechanics or service technicians before opening their own garages or service centers. Such a step usually requires a financial investment, whether an owner buys a franchise or starts his business from scratch. Auto shop owners in the U.S. make average yearly salaries of more than $100,000 a year.

Salary and Qualifications

Shop owners usually draw salaries from their business like other employees. Their garage may also earn profits above their salaries, which they either reinvest in the business or keep as additional income if they are sole or private owners. Owners earned average annual salaries of $101,000, as of 2013, according to the job website Indeed. They generally spend years training as auto mechanics in vocational, technical schools or junior colleges. These professionals also need business and communication skills. Owners must maintain financial records, order parts and supplies and advertise their business.

Regional Salaries

Average salaries for car repair shop owners vary considerably by region. They earned between $90,000 and $120,000 a year in the Northeast, according to Indeed -- with lows in Pennsylvania and highs in New York. In the Midwest, they averaged $79,000 in South Dakota and $107,000 in Illinois. Shop owners in the West averaged $72,000 in Hawaii and $112,000 in California. In the South, they made between $85,000 in Louisiana and $118,000 in Mississippi.

Contributing Factors

Experience in one of the most notable factors contributing to auto shop owners' salaries. An owner with extensive experience may have more money to buy his own business. A mechanic who's been in the field for a number of years also has had time to build a larger customer base. A shop owner may be able to charge more in certain states such as New York or Illinois because of higher cost of living. Location is also important because he can earn more in busy areas of larger cities.

Career Outlook

Jobs for auto service technicians and mechanics are expected to increase 17 percent form 2010 to 2020, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is slightly above the 14 percent growth rate expected for all jobs in the U.S. The demand for car repair shop owners should be consistent with job opportunities for mechanics. Job opportunities are likely greatest in high-growth areas with limited competition.

2016 Salary Information for Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

Automotive service technicians and mechanics earned a median annual salary of $38,470 in 2016, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On the low end, automotive service technicians and mechanics earned a 25th percentile salary of $28,140, meaning 75 percent earned more than this amount. The 75th percentile salary is $52,120, meaning 25 percent earn more. In 2016, 749,900 people were employed in the U.S. as automotive service technicians and mechanics.

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The Average Salary of Auto Repair Owners

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Tests (Yes we still have to keep taking them even after we graduate)

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Tests (Yes we still have to keep taking them even after we graduate)

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Must take the ASE tests which are as follows-
ASE A1 through L2
which are over things like Engine Repair, Automatic Transmissions, Manual Drive Train, Suspension & Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronics, Heating and Air Conditioning, Engine Performance, Light Vehicle Diesel Engines, Auto Maintenance and Engine Light Repair, Advanced Engine Performance Specialist, Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis. Overall these tests have around 800+ questions when put together.
I do plan on getting all of my ASE certifications before I open up my own shop.

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Take this free practice test to see how prepared you are for an auto mechanic certification exam.

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In the end it's just all effort & patience, working towards my goals and always pushing myself beyond my doubts, I plan to open up the shop here in Texas either In Dallas or Houston and as the years go by keep updating myself with whatever new certifications I can get, because after all with the more certifications under my name you'll trust me more with your most priced possessions over any other typical shop, I also plan into getting into Investing so I won't just be spending my own money for costly upgrades & repairs, just watch me be at the top in a few years with a reputable & recognizable shop of my own.