San Diego, CA – October 21st, 2025 – AutoVitals, the premier provider of digital solutions for independent auto repair shops, announced a significant enhancement to its appointment scheduling experience today: the ability for AutoVitals appointments to be written back into Tekmetric’s calendar.

This new capability eliminates the need for shops using AutoVitals Appointment Scheduler to manually enter appointment details into Tekmetric. This saves service advisors several minutes per appointment booking and reduces the risk of human error. Now, service advisors can handle all new appointment requests and changes from AutoVitals Conversation Center – saving time and keeping all customer communication organized in one place.  

“Our goal is to give shops back more time in their day while ensuring their data stays accurate across systems,” said Cole Salamone, Director of Product, Integrations at AutoVitals. “This appointment integration is another step toward tighter integration between AutoVitals and Tekmetric, helping service advisors work more efficiently and provide a smoother customer experience.”

The new capability is the latest in a series of planned integration enhancements designed in direct response to shop feedback. AutoVitals remains committed to expanding and improving our integrations with industry-leading shop management systems like Tekmetric. This ensures shops can leverage AutoVitals’ best-in-class DVI, workflow, CRM, and website tools alongside the shop management system of their choice without sacrificing efficiency.

The new feature is available now to AutoVitals customers on Tekmetric’s shop management system who use the AutoVitals Appointment Scheduler widget on their website. While this integration provides significant time savings, there are a few important notes for shops to keep in mind. The AutoVitals Scheduler does not yet read live availability from Tekmetric, meaning customers are still requesting a booking time that must be confirmed by the shop. Additionally, once an appointment is transferred to Tekmetric, any changes made within Tekmetric will not automatically update in AutoVitals’ Conversation Center or Scheduler. To use this feature, shops must enable exact appointment time selection in their AutoVitals settings.

About AutoVitals 

AutoVitals helps independent auto repair shops run more customer-focused, efficient, and profitable businesses. From online booking to vehicle pickup, AutoVitals keeps your service team aligned and customers informed—with digital inspections, workflow management, CRM, websites, and marketing solutions that drive real results. Built for serious shops ready for serious results, AutoVitals empowers repair professionals to deliver high-quality and transparent service — so they can grow with confidence and integrity. Learn more at www.autovitals.com.

ASA offers AutoVitals, now recognized as a key industry partner, to their member shops

 

San Diego, CA: AutoVitals, a leading provider of SaaS solutions to automotive repair and maintenance shops, is excited to announce their partnership with Automotive Service Association (ASA). ASA, a trade group, represents independent automotive mechanical and collision repair shop members in the U.S. and is known to have the highest customer satisfaction ratings in the industry.

By recognizing AutoVitals as an industry partner, ASA member shops can leverage AutoVitals’ easy-to-use cloud-based software solution to increase profitability and average repair order as well as customer retention and satisfaction. The solution includes digital vehicle inspections (DVI) to drive up average repair orders, workflow software to improve shop efficiency, and CRM and website management to increase car count.

“ASA is proud to partner with AutoVitals,” said Mary Steele, Director of Vendor Relations. “We share a commitment to maximizing the standard of service and work provided to motorists and their vehicles. The AutoVitals technology solution perfectly complements our members’ existing shop management solution by driving profitable growth.”

“For over 70 years, ASA has provided excellent representation of our industry and highly effective education for our shops,” said Chris Evans, Director of Business Development & Partners at AutoVitals. “We are excited to be a part of the ASA family and look forward to helping shop owners take their business to the next level by enabling them to implement the high industry standards for which ASA has set for our industry.”

About AutoVitals: AutoVitals is the leading provider of integrated software solutions for managing automotive shop workflow, internet marketing, and motorist engagement. The company’s shop success solutions automate every touchpoint of the vehicle repair transaction with motorists and enable efficient shop management. AutoVitals’ platform includes digital inspections, automated service reminders, consumer engagement, repair status updates, POS integration, educational videos, sales-to-technician communication, and real-time integration to repair data/POS. Learn more at www.autovitals.com. 

About ASA: ASA is the only not-for-profit trade association of its kind exclusively dedicated to and governed by independent service and repair professionals. ASA also provides national and international leadership in automotive service and repair by identifying the qualities and standards for good business practices and quality education.

AutoVitals is Proud to Announce an Exclusive Partnership with Honest-1 That Transcends to All Franchisees

 

San Diego, CA: AutoVitals, a leading provider of SaaS solutions to automotive repair and maintenance shops, announced today their partnership with Honest-1 Auto Care. Honest-1 is the nation’s only ESA-compliant, Eco-Friendly Auto Care chain offering a full range of automotive services and repairs.

Through this partnership, AutoVitals will act as the exclusive Shop Success Solution for Honest-1, providing franchisees with digital vehicle inspections (DVI), shop workflow management, CRM and two-way texting capabilities, technician dispatching, and streamlined customer communication.

In a statement, Michael Cowan, Honest-1 CEO, said, “Over time, Honest-1 has developed a set of core best practices that we believe helps ensure our franchisees maximize their shop’s success. It’s clear that the AutoVitals solution is best in class when it comes to increasing average repair order and engaging shop customers through targeted and relevant messaging. AutoVitals also helps us maximize overall shop efficiency by automating our standard shop processes with easy-to-use workflow software. We’re thrilled by the results that many of our shops already get by relying on AutoVitals, and we have no doubt that this partnership ensures every Honest-1 shop will have the opportunity to reach its full potential in terms of profitable growth.”

Beyond helping Honest-1 in its mission to provide the best service with the lowest impact on the environment by enabling paperless shops, this partnership further demonstrates how beneficial the AutoVitals solutions are for franchises, independents, and large multi-location organizations. “I’m so impressed by the diligence Honest-1 shows in developing and rolling out operating best practices for their franchises. It’s obvious that they will go to great lengths to ensure Honest-1 shops will achieve the profitable growth they deserve, given all the hard workshop owners and employees put into their businesses”, said Jon Belmonte, AutoVitals CEO. “We really value being partnered with such a like-minded organization.”

By integrating the AutoVitals auto repair shop software into current workflows, businesses can almost immediately cut down on wasted technician hours and increase car count. The digital solutions also provide auto repair shops the ability to take their online presence to the next level with minimal effort enabling them to reach a wider audience. With the help of AutoVitals, shops big and small can improve operations and their bottom line.

About AutoVitals: AutoVitals is the leading provider of integrated software solutions for managing automotive shop workflow, internet marketing, and motorist engagement. The company’s shop success solutions automate every touchpoint of the vehicle repair transaction with motorists and enable efficient shop management. AutoVitals’ platform includes digital inspections, automated service reminders, consumer engagement, repair status updates, POS integration, educational videos, sales-to-technician communication, and real-time integration to repair data/POS. Learn more at www.autovitals.com. 

AutoVitals Partners with Tuffy Tire & Auto Service to Improve Customer Experience

Tuffy Tire & Auto Service recommends AutoVitals software solutions across its network of over 160 locations.

 

San Diego, CA: AutoVitals, a leading provider of SaaS solutions in the automotive repair and maintenance industry, has been named a preferred partner by Tuffy Tire & Auto Service for digital vehicle inspection (DVI) and workflow management software solutions. Tuffy, one of the largest automotive repair chains in the country, includes over 160 locations across 14 states.

Over the years, Tuffy has built a reputation for quality service and a promise to do the job right every time. By empowering their service centers with access to the best tools on the market, Tuffy auto repair shops can work more efficiently and continue providing excellent customer service.

“The partnership with AutoVitals will provide full transparency to our customers and help ensure the job is done right the first time,” said Roger Hill, President of Tuffy. “Our two companies share a common goal — building trust with anyone that interacts with our shops while also helping our shops grow profitably.”

Through the partnership, Tuffy will recommend the AutoVitals Shop Success Solution across its network of locations. The solution includes AutoVitals DVI.X, which maximizes average repair order per vehicle by creating full transparency for shop customers, and AutoVitals SmartFlow.X, a workflow solution that eliminates downtime and inefficiencies in the shop.

“We’re excited to partner with Tuffy to bring modern software capabilities to their centers,” said Jon Belmonte, CEO of AutoVitals. “It’s clear how much Tuffy centers care about providing customers the most comprehensive and reliable service possible. The AutoVitals Shop Success Solution is a great way to ensure that happens consistently.”

Tom Braun, owner of Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center Clinton Township & Richmond, added,
“Now that AutoVitals is fully integrated with our point of sale, Tuffy shops can also access the market’s best digital vehicle inspection, workflow, and other digital tools. We’ve seen our average repair order and overall shop efficiency improve dramatically since we started using AutoVitals.”

About AutoVitals: AutoVitals is the leading provider of integrated software solutions for managing automotive shop workflow, internet marketing, and motorist engagement. The company’s shop success solutions automate every touchpoint of the vehicle repair transaction with motorists and enable efficient shop management. AutoVitals’ platform includes digital inspections, automated service reminders, consumer engagement, repair status updates, POS integration, educational videos, sales-to-technician communication, and real-time integration to repair data/POS. Learn more at www.autovitals.com. 

About Tuffy: Headquartered in Toledo, OH, Tuffy Tire & Auto Service is one of the largest automotive repair chains in the country. Tuffy operates and franchises over 160 locations across 14 states. Tuffy’s corporate mission is to provide the best automotive repair service in the industry through a continuous commitment to quality and customer service.

AutoVitals Named 2022 Motor Top 20 Award Winner

AutoVitals Wins 2022 Motor Top 20 Award for Web.X a Digital Marketing Solution for Independent Auto Repair Shop Owners

 

San Diego, CA: AutoVitals, a leading provider of SaaS solutions to automotive repair and maintenance shops, is excited to announce winning the MOTOR Top 20 Award for its Web.X standalone website and digital marketing solution.

Winners are chosen based on an online voting system open to the public, where automotive professionals can recognize their favorite solutions. The 2022 MOTOR Top 20 Award Winners will be presented at AAPEX, which will take place November 1-3 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

AutoVitals launched Web.X in May 2021 as a standalone website and digital marketing solution to enable independent auto repair shop owners to strengthen branding and boost appointment fulfillment. This digital marketing solution enhances customer loyalty and retention through custom websites, appointment management, and review management. Most notably, the Web.X platform was built to maximize a shop website’s Lighthouse Score and positively influence Google search result rankings.

“AutoVitals is thrilled by the support and recognition from the industry professionals who voted for Web.X in the MOTOR Top 20 Awards,” said Jon Belmonte, CEO of AutoVitals. “We strive to provide a powerful, comprehensive software solution that helps our customers with driving profitable growth within their shops.”

About AutoVitals: AutoVitals is the leading provider of integrated software solutions for managing automotive shop workflow, internet marketing, and motorist engagement. The company’s shop success solutions automate every touchpoint of the vehicle repair transaction with motorists and enable efficient shop management. AutoVitals’ platform includes digital inspections, automated service reminders, consumer engagement, repair status updates, POS integration, educational videos, sales-to-technician communication, and real-time integration to repair data/POS. Learn more at www.autovitals.com. 

Jon Belmonte, AutoVitals CEO, To be a Featured Speaker at the 2022 NAPA Expo

 The Seminar Will Focus on Navigating Technology Trends Aimed at Increasing Profitability for Independent Auto Shops.

 

San Diego, CA: AutoVitals, a leading provider of SaaS solutions to automotive repair and maintenance shops, is attending the NAPA Expo 2022. Held in Las Vegas from Monday, July 18th through Thursday, July 21st, the NAPA Expo 2022 takes place in The Venetian Resort Hotel & Casino. The one-of-a-kind industry event boasts over 18,000 attendees and is described as a great opportunity for auto shop owners to meet with suppliers and like-minded colleagues in the industry.

AutoVitals CEO, Jon Belmonte, is honored to be one of the featured speakers. His seminar, Driving Real Shop Success By Getting Ahead of Technology Trends, will focus on customer behavior, and how utilizing technology enables shop owners to focus on what’s most important to them – providing the highest quality service to customers, ensuring employee success and retention, and driving profitable growth for their shop.

The seminar schedule is as follows:

Tuesday, July 19 | 1:00 – 2:15 p.m. and 4:30 – 5:45 p.m.
Wednesday, July 20 | 8:15 – 9:30 a.m. and 1:00 – 2:15 p.m.

Belmonte said, “I’m excited to talk about the current state of the ever-changing independent automotive market as it relates to technology. How leading shops get major impactful results from technology investments. How shops are thinking about their POS/shop management system decisions. How shops should be using software to increase average repair orders, billable labor hours per week, customer retention, and monthly car count without breaking the bank by adding more monthly fees.”

Transformers Institute CEO, Greg Bunch, said, “In order to address the ever-changing landscape of the independent automotive service repair industry, Transformers Institute and AutoVitals are working together to provide solutions for automotive shops to thrive and grow. Transformers Institute is the industry leader in bringing the top shops together through their Mastermind groups, along with sales, operations, multi-location growth, and leadership training. AutoVitals is providing advanced technology to enhance the client experience through digital inspections, workflow management, and customized retention tools. By partnering, Transformers Institute and AutoVitals are helping shop owners have world-class auto repair businesses that will dominate their markets now and well into the future.”

About AutoVitals: AutoVitals is the leading provider of integrated software solutions for managing automotive shop workflow, internet marketing, and motorist engagement. The company’s shop success solutions automate every touchpoint of the vehicle repair transaction with motorists and enable efficient shop management. AutoVitals’ platform includes digital inspections, automated service reminders, consumer engagement, repair status updates, POS integration, educational videos, sales-to-technician communication, and real-time integration to repair data/POS. Learn more at www.autovitals.com.