EP 18: Transforming a Traditional Independent Garage Business with Tim Benson

EP 18: Transforming a Traditional Independent Garage Business with Tim Benson

Author: James Dillon January 22, 2024 Duration: 1:28:20

Hello and welcome back to the Harmonic Motion podcast.

We're bringing you a fantastically insightful episode with the Managing Director of Oldfields Garage, Tim Benson.

Tim re-joined his mother and father's independent garage in Hertfordshire in 2008 to look after the customer service & forecourt shop. He has since helped grow the business into the triumph it is today.

James and Tim talk about the journey of Oldfields Garage, once being a traditional garage selling fuel to its local customers to it now being a modern, highly effective and multi-award winning independent garage.

The pair have a wealth of insight to share about nurturing an existing customer base through business developments, the importance of engaging with the local community and how to achieve top-notch professionalism through rebranding.

To take a digital drive by at Oldfields

For presenting or consulting enquiries contact

Tim Benson

Email: tim@oldfieldsgarage.co.uk 

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Tune into Harmonic Motion Automotive Business Podcast for a straightforward conversation about running a better shop. Host James Dillon creates a space where the real work gets done-not with theory, but with practical talk from people who clock in every day. You’ll hear from garage owners wrestling with payroll, managers streamlining workflow, technicians mastering new diagnostics, and service advisors building trust. This isn't a lecture; it's a dialogue focused on the tangible improvements that affect your bottom line and your team's morale. Each episode feels like a focused shop meeting, pulling insights from across the industry to tackle the common challenges that define the automotive business. By listening, you join a community moving forward, finding that balance between daily operations and long-term growth. The podcast serves as a reliable tool for anyone committed to turning the complexities of this trade into a smoother, more successful operation. It’s about applying what you hear directly to your bays and your front office, fostering a sense of shared progress and professional development in a demanding field.
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