Tire Shop Software: Manage Inventory, DOT Numbers, and Installations
Manage tire inventory, track DOT numbers, and invoice tire installations fast. Mechanics is shop software that works for tire shops too.
THE CHALLENGE
Why Tire Shops Need Different Software
Tire shops operate differently than general repair shops. You're juggling fast inventory turnover, DOT number tracking for recalls, TPMS sensor information, seasonal changeovers where customers store sets of tires, and quick invoicing on high-volume transactions.
A generic POS doesn't track DOT numbers so you can't respond to recalls. A repair shop system isn't built for the speed of tire transactions or seasonal storage. You end up with spreadsheets for inventory, paper records for DOT numbers, and no way to quickly tell a customer where their winter tires are stored.
FOR YOUR SPECIALTY
What Tire Shops Need From Software
Fast Inventory Lookup
Customer walks in asking for 225/60R17 all-season tires. You need to know instantly: What do we have in stock? What's the price? What brand? Can we mount it today? Mechanics searches your inventory in seconds.
DOT Number Tracking for Recalls
When the NHTSA issues a tire recall, you need to respond fast. You track which DOT codes you've sold, to whom, and when. A tire recall tracking system saves you from liability and keeps customers safe.
TPMS Sensor Tracking
Every tire installation involves TPMS. You need to log what sensors are used, whether they're reused from old tires or new, and reference this when the customer comes back with a sensor issue.
Quick Invoicing
Tire installations are high-volume, fast transactions. You need to invoice quickly and get the customer out the door. No complicated estimating process. Just ring it up, mount it, invoice it.
HOW IT WORKS
How Mechanics Handles Tire Installations
Tire SKUs in Inventory
Add tires to your inventory with all the details: brand, model, size (225/60R17), load index, speed rating, DOT week/year, price, and location in your shop (rack A, bay 2, storage). Search by size, brand, or customer need instantly.
DOT Number Tracking
Every tire sold is logged with its DOT number. When a recall hits, you search by DOT code and see instantly which customers bought that tire. You can reach out proactively. Plus, you're protected from liability because you have records.
TPMS Sensor Notes
Log TPMS information on each tire installation: reused sensors from old tires, new sensor installation, sensor swap, or sensor replacement. When a customer calls with a TPMS light, you know exactly what happened during their tire install.
Fast Tire Installation Invoicing
Create a work order for the tire job. Select the tires from inventory, log labor (mounting, balancing, TPMS programming), and apply the install fee. Mechanics calculates tax and total. Print or email the invoice. Total time: 2-3 minutes per vehicle.
SEASONAL MANAGEMENT
Manage Seasonal Tire Changeovers and Storage
Tire shops profit from seasonal swaps. In October, customers want to switch from summer to winter tires. In May, they switch back. You need to track: where their tires are stored, when they're due for a swap, and be able to remind them.
Store Customer Tire Sets
When a customer installs winter tires, log their summer set as "in storage." When they switch to summer, mark the winter set as "in storage." Mechanics tracks which sets belong to which customer, vehicle, and status.
Automatic Swap Reminders
Set seasonal reminders in Mechanics. "In late September, remind all winter tire customers for October swaps." "In late April, remind all summer tire customers for May swaps." Automatic emails keep customers coming back.
Revenue from Storage and Swaps
A seasonal swap generates: mounting/balancing ($80), TPMS reprogramming ($20), disposal fee ($10-20), and the possibility of selling new tires. Mechanics makes sure you don't forget a customer or miss a seasonal opportunity.
PERFECT FOR
Built for These Types of Tire Shops
Dedicated Tire Shops
100% of your business is tires. High volume, fast transactions, seasonal swaps. Mechanics is built for tire operations.
General Repair Shops with Tire Business
You do repairs but also sell and install tires. Mechanics lets you manage the tire side without being a repair shop system.
Multi-Location Tire Chains
Multiple shops, shared inventory policies, need to see tire recalls and DOT tracking across locations. Mechanics scales with you.
Tire Retailers
Online retailers, Big Box stores, or independent shops selling tires. You need fast invoicing, inventory tracking, and DOT documentation.
REAL RESULTS
What Tire Shops See With Better Software
Faster Invoicing
From 5-10 minutes per tire job to 2-3 minutes. More jobs per day.
More Seasonal Swaps
Automatic reminders mean more customers return for spring and fall swaps.
Recall Response Time
From manual lookup to instant DOT tracking. Protect customers and your business.
THE DIFFERENCE
Generic POS vs. Mechanics
| Feature | Generic POS | Mechanics |
|---|---|---|
| Tire SKU Tracking | Generic products, no tire-specific fields | Brand, size, load index, speed rating, DOT code |
| DOT Number Documentation | No DOT tracking capability | Every tire logged with DOT, searchable for recalls |
| Recall Management | Manual lookup, requires digging through receipts | Search DOT code, instantly see all affected customers |
| TPMS Tracking | No TPMS field, no sensor documentation | Log reused, new, or replaced sensors per installation |
| Seasonal Storage | No storage management, customer tires not tracked | Track stored tire sets per customer, set swap reminders |
| Seasonal Reminders | Manual email to customers, easy to forget | Automatic seasonal swap reminders by month |
| Invoice Speed | Can be slow, designed for retail not service | Built for fast tire installation transactions |
| Service Documentation | Receipt only, no service history | Full service record per tire, mounting, balancing, TPMS |
Real Example: NHTSA Tire Recall Response
Scenario: NHTSA issues a recall for Michelin Defender LTX DOT codes 5920-5924 due to a sidewall separation issue. You need to respond immediately.
The Old Way (Manual)
You read about the recall. You dig through paper invoices from the last 2 years. You find maybe 20% of affected sales. You manually call customers. The recall response takes weeks. You might miss customers. If someone has a failure, you're liable.
With Mechanics
NHTSA recall issued. You search Mechanics for DOT codes 5920-5924. Results: 47 customers affected. You mark all as "recall notified." Mechanics generates an email to all 47 customers with recall info and appointment link. Within 24 hours, you've reached everyone. You're protected. Customers appreciate the proactive outreach.
SIMPLE PRICING
Affordable Tire Shop Software
Tire inventory, DOT tracking, invoicing, and seasonal management. One flat rate per user. No per-transaction fees. No hidden charges.
All plans include a free 30-day trial. No credit card required.
Stop Managing Tire Inventory With Spreadsheets
Mechanics is built for tire shops. Fast invoicing, DOT tracking, seasonal management, and TPMS documentation. Manage your tire business with confidence and protect your customers.
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