AutoShop

AutoShop

Winworks Software, Inc.
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About

Since 1993 our easy to use Windows interface and comprehensive automotive shop management tools have impressed thousands of shop owners across the country and around the world. This includes Fleet Maintenance Management for Governmental Agencies and State and Local Municipalities. It’s Easy to convert from your old work order system! We offer data conversion that will save you hours and hours of data entry. Start off with your entire customer, vehicle and parts list in your new Winworks AutoShop system. We do the work for you!

About

Need for Service is a comprehensive management software built specifically for auto repair shops and service centers. It streamlines daily operations by combining job scheduling, digital work orders, and real-time repair status tracking in one platform. Shop owners and technicians can manage customer records, vehicle history, and service appointments efficiently, reducing paperwork and manual errors. The platform supports invoicing and estimates, allowing staff to generate accurate quotes and bill customers directly through the system. Inventory and parts tracking help shops monitor stock levels, order supplies, and avoid delays caused by missing parts. Built-in communication tools notify customers about repair progress, estimated completion times, and pickup reminders via SMS or email. Need for Service also offers reporting and analytics features, giving owners insight into shop performance, technician productivity, and revenue trends.

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Not Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Supported
iPad Supported
Android Supported
Chromebook Not Supported

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Supported

Audience

Automotive mechanical repair shop owners, tire shops, performance shops, fleet service shops, heavy truck repair facilities, and any other repair facilities that benefit from an organized approach to service writing

Audience

Need for Service is designed for auto repair shops, service centers, and independent mechanics of all sizes, from single bay garages to multi location operations. It suits shop owners, service managers, and technicians looking to streamline scheduling, work orders, and customer communication. It is also a strong fit for specialty repair businesses such as tire shops, quick lube centers, and body shops that need efficient job tracking, inventory management, and invoicing in one system.

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

API

Offers API Not Supported

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

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Pricing

We are the one-time purchase software. No more endless payments! You own your data, and you own your management software license. You are in the driver’s seat!
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported

Pricing

$150/month
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Supported

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.5 / 5
ease 4.0 / 5
features 3.5 / 5
design 4.5 / 5
support 4.5 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Easy to use. You buy outright, only yearly fee for tech support and upgrades. Non cloud based - is very important - if internet goes down, we can still work.
  • Non-Internet Based. And no Monthly Cost. System Is Very User Friendly.

Cons

  • No modern texting features. Has a very unreliable generic texting built in. They have been promising a modernization of texting for 2 years. Additional station licenses very expensive. Features built into most systems are extra cost per month - like labor lookups, tech support. Various run time errors encountered, slow to fix.
  • There is not really Anything I Don't Like About This Program.

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Supported

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Supported
In Person Not Supported

Company Information

Winworks Software, Inc.
Founded: 1993
United States
www.winworks.com

Company Information

Need for Service
Founded: 2021
Estonia
needforservice.app/

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Categories

Categories

Auto Repair Features

Billing & Invoicing Supported
CRM Supported
Digital Vehicle Inspections (DVI) Not Supported
Inventory Management Supported
Labor Rates Supported
Maintenance Scheduling Supported
Parts Management Supported
Quotes / Estimates Supported
Service History Supported
Vehicle Tracking Supported
VIN Lookup Supported
Work Order Management Supported

Integrations

AutoVitals Supported
Autoflow Supported
Epicor Integrated Service Estimator Supported
Google Drive Supported
QuickBooks Online Supported
Repair Shop Solutions Supported
Service-Intel Supported
Steer Supported

Integrations

AutoVitals Not Supported
Autoflow Not Supported
Epicor Integrated Service Estimator Not Supported
Google Drive Not Supported
QuickBooks Online Not Supported
Repair Shop Solutions Not Supported
Service-Intel Not Supported
Steer Not Supported
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