Make a $4,802 profit with your client’s next promotion

Auto Garage

The sounds of struggling motors and floppity flat tires are like music to Jalopy Joe’s ears. Once the weather cools and the roads degrade a few degrees further, steady business is a sure thing. That reliability is why Joe has never given away so much as a pair of fuzzy dice; a new competitor has made this into a real race, however, and a trunk of sweet promos may be Joe’s key to keeping his business on the map.

Too often, customers sit in desultory silence while waiting for an oil change. Suggest some creative promos to keep idle drivers occupied; a crossword puzzle book is a great activity for downtimes, especially when your customer is simultaneously noshing on a bag of colorful gourmet popcorn emblazoned with your full-color label. For pure practicality, a strap-around auto litter bag is a brilliant gift that every car needs, even yours – admit it.

To keep customers thinking about your client even when their car is parked, some goodies for the home make sense. Microfiber cloths get miles of use, colorfully imprinted and always needed for swiping device screens and eyewear. A wall calendar is another gift with turbo-charged ROI, simple, effective and classic. And never let a big repair job pull away before bestowing upon them a super-soft imprinted cotton tee that will do more advertising in its lifetime than most of your peers.

Of course, you want that message on blacktop, too, so target repeat customers with road-worthy gear. Could you trust anyone that didn’t recommend a shiny keytag with split keyring? No; it’s too proven to pass up. Keep the pressure on with an engraved aluminum tire gauge for safety’s sake, and throw in a great seat cushion/blanket, too – perfect for tailgaters or campers.

The engine of commerce runs on good ideas, quality products and reliable service. There’s no shortcut. With a blend like that in the tank, smart businesses soon find themselves in the fast lane to success.

Profit Potential

Here is a breakdown of our suggested items, their list prices and price codes, all boiled down to your potential profits. Keep in mind, supplier prices were current as of press time but are subject to change.