Garage Services Online (GSO) connected with independent garage owners from across the UK and Ireland at the Servicesure Conference 2026 on Thursday, 26th March, showcasing how workshops can turn online visibility into consistent, profitable work.<\/p>\n
Held at Manchester Airport\u2019s Concorde Conference Centre, the event brought together Servicesure members, supplier partners and industry experts for a full day of insight, networking and collaboration, ahead of an evening awards ceremony celebrating excellence across the network.<\/p>\n
Exhibiting at the conference, GSO engaged directly with garage owners and managers, demonstrating how a structured digital strategy can help workshops attract higher-value enquiries and convert them into confirmed bookings.<\/p>\n
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Jim Lang and Alex Vere, Garage Services Online<\/p><\/div>\n
\u201cEvents like these bring together forward-thinking garage owners who are actively looking to improve and grow,\u201d said Jim Lang, managing director at GSO. \u201cThere\u2019s a real appetite to understand how digital activity translates into actual bookings and revenue, not just website traffic.\u201d<\/p>\n
Throughout the day, GSO showcased its integrated approach, combining high-performing websites, search engine optimisation, PPC and its award-winning RampUp booking widget to help garages capture demand at the point customers are ready to act.<\/p>\n
\u201cMany of the conversations we had centred around control,\u201d Lang added. \u201cGarage owners want to protect their margins and build direct relationships with their customers. That\u2019s exactly what our approach is designed to support.\u201d<\/p>\n
The conference programme featured a mix of expert speakers, panel discussions and networking opportunities, reflecting the continued evolution of the independent garage sector and the growing importance of combining technical expertise with strong business strategy.<\/p>\n
GSO\u2019s presence reinforced the message that while technical capability remains essential, visibility and conversion are now equally critical to long-term success.<\/p>\n
\u201cIndependent garages are investing heavily in skills, equipment and training,\u201d said Lang. \u201cThe next step is making sure that expertise is visible online at the exact moment customers are searching. That\u2019s how you turn capability into consistent, sustainable growth.\u201d<\/p>\n
For garages looking to strengthen their online presence and generate more profitable work, visit:\u00a0https:\/\/garage-services-online.co.uk.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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