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September 8, 2025

The Benefits of Centralized Vehicle and Customer Management for Automotive Businesses

The Benefits of Centralized Vehicle and Customer Management for Automotive Businesses A customer is...

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August 12, 2025

Free hourly rate calculator for auto repair shops: Calculate your optimal hourly rate now!

Free Hourly Rate Calculator for Auto Repair Shops The right hourly rate is the foundation of any profitable...

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August 11, 2025

CATAMA Software: Maximum efficiency through seamless integration with Stakis 4.0

The digital transformation in the automotive retail sector requires intelligent software solutions that streamline work processes and...

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August 9, 2025

The Ultimate Tire Calculator - Calculate Tire Sizes

More than just rubber: Understand and calculate your tire sizes. Do you have...

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August 9, 2025

The Future of Billing in the Automotive Industry: How to Master E-Invoicing

Digitalization doesn't stop at the workshop door. While digital...

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August 7, 2025

Guide to Scrap Vehicle Tax in the Automotive Industry: Billing Correctly & Avoiding Mistakes

In the hectic day-to-day operations of a modern auto repair shop, processes must run smoothly. Between advising customers,...

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May 16, 2025

Manufacturers' Online Service Manuals for Repair Shops

Many manufacturers allow customers to maintain digital service records. As an independent repair shop...

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October 8, 2024

The Benefits of Industry-Specific Software for Auto Repair Shops

The Benefits of Industry-Specific Software for Auto Repair Shops In today's digital...

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September 26, 2024

The Importance of Walk-In Service in the Automotive Industry

The Importance of Walk-In Service at Auto Repair Shops Walk-in service is an essential part of...

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July 10, 2023

5 Keys to Success for Your Auto Repair Shop

5 Keys to Success for Your Auto Repair Shop 1. Quality of Work:...

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February 5, 2023

New EV registrations plummet—car market off to a slow start this year

The German auto market is off to a rocky start in 2023, particularly with regard to registration figures for...

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November 15, 2022

The Difference Between a Cost Estimate and a Quote

In Germany, the terms "cost estimate" and "quote" are, for many people...

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November 11, 2022

HSN/TSN Lookup - Find Your Vehicle Identification Number

The HSN/TSN lookup and determination in CATAMA is an indispensable tool for...

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November 11, 2022

Late fees—permissible amounts and sales tax in Germany

If you are an automotive business owner providing goods or services, you should issue the customer...

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July 24, 2022

Automakers are turning to subscription models to build customer loyalty

Subscription models are commonplace in many areas of daily life. Even...

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July 18, 2022

EU mandates the inclusion of speed assistance systems

Starting in 2024, new vehicles in the EU will be required to include...

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June 10, 2022

Self-driving cars will be able to travel at speeds of up to 130 km/h in the future

Self-driving cars to travel at speeds of up to 130 km/h in the future – UN panel considers resolution...

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June 7, 2022

The cost-effective alternative to an in-house IT department

Some professions and industries were completely spared the negative effects of the COVID-19 crisis...

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May 10, 2022

Mercedes "Drive Pilot" – The Alternative to Tesla's "Autopilot"?

Mercedes-Benz is the first German manufacturer to begin selling its "DrivePilot" system....

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April 21, 2022

Mercedes Recall - Thousands of Diesel Engines to Receive New Timing Chains

Mercedes is recalling approximately 10,700 Mercedes C- and E-Class vehicles, as well as GLC and...

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February 3, 2022

Broadcasting fees for mobile demonstration vehicles: Constitutional complaint rejected

Despite protests, the German Federal Constitutional Court has declined to hear a constitutional complaint....

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December 18, 2021

New Federal Government to Expand the Electric Vehicle Industry

One of the goals set by the new federal government is to modernize Germany's...

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December 12, 2021

Semiconductor Shortages and COVID-19 Weigh on New Vehicle Registration Rates in the Automotive Industry

The number of new registrations for passenger cars and vans remains steady in...

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December 2, 2021

2G rule also applies to visits to car dealerships

At the Conference of Minister Presidents held on Thursday, December 2, 2021, a...

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