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Description
In the modern landscape of photo estimating where tablets and smartphones reign supreme, every shop must have an integrated management solution like this one. Crafted by shop owners rather than typical estimating software firms, this tool provides the essential flexibility to oversee operations rather than just estimates. As insurance companies increasingly adopt photo estimating and eventually transition to electronic adjusting, having this resource becomes crucial for every shop. It offers multiple levels of user access for owners, schedulers, technicians, insurance agents, and dealers alike. Instead of replacing established systems like CCC, Audatex, or Mitchell, it is designed to seamlessly integrate with any or all of them, maintaining a shop-centric perspective. This innovative system simplifies the process of collecting images, decoding VINs, managing documents, taking repair notes, capturing progress photos, and documenting pre-existing damage, thus enhancing overall efficiency and productivity. The end result is a more streamlined experience that keeps pace with the evolving needs of the automotive repair industry.
Description
Third Gear Shop offers management software tailored for independent mechanics and performance garages. While many shop applications focus on the traditional repair order process—where a vehicle arrives, gets serviced, and then departs—this approach can falter during lengthy projects that involve multiple parts orders and several technicians. With Third Gear Shop, users can monitor every task visually, from the moment a car is brought in to the time it is picked up. As work progresses, both parts and technician hours can be logged against the job, providing precise labor costs and profit margins rather than relying on estimates. The software maintains comprehensive records of customer and vehicle histories and automatically generates invoices that include parts, labor, and tax details. The Shop Pro version enhances the experience with personalized invoices, a portal for customers to check job statuses, detailed reporting on technician revenue and job margins, and expense management features. Additionally, there is a free Garage tier available for car enthusiasts wishing to track their own projects. The Starter plan is priced at $79 per month for a maximum of five technicians, while the Shop Pro plan costs $149 per month and allows for unlimited technicians. There are no fees per seat, no long-term contracts, and a 14-day free trial is offered to new users. This flexibility makes Third Gear Shop an appealing option for various types of automotive businesses.
API Access
Has API
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API Access
Has API
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Pricing Details
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Free Trial
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Free Version
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Pricing Details
$79/month
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
No
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
iContinuum
Website
DentTraxx.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
Third Gear Ventures LLC
Founded
2025
Country
United States
Website
thirdgearshop.com
Product Features
Auto Body
Accounting Management
No
Billing & Invoicing
No
Customer Database
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Inventory Control
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Labor Rates
No
Maintenance Scheduling
No
Parts Management
No
Payroll Management
No
Quotes / Estimates
No
Scheduling
No
Service History
No
VIN Decoder
No
Vehicle Tracking
No
Work Order Management
No