Choosing an Air Compressor for your Automotive Shop

Air compressors are a key piece of equipment for automotive paintwork professionals, but they often don’t come cheap. For this reason, it’s super important that your first choice of air compressor is the right choice. It’s also equally as important to ensure the equipment will give you your desired…

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How to Use Double Sided Mounting Tape for Number Plate Mounting

Contrary to popular belief, screws aren’t always necessary for a safe and secure number plate mounting. In fact, as long as you’re using a high-quality, high-tack adhesive designed specifically for mounting external fixtures, you should be able to trust that your number plate won’t fall off under any circumstances. Whether…

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6 Tips for Running a Successful Automotive Repair Shop

Being successful within such a highly competitive industry can seem like an uphill battle. But it doesn’t have to be. While success will look different for every automotive repair shop, here at JTAPE we have a few tips and tricks up our sleeves to help you boost profits and keep…

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How to Choose the Correct Sanding Disc

Having the correct tools for the job is always a necessity in the bodyshop, and this definitely applies when picking out the right sanding discs. Having the correct sanding disc for the job at hand ensures that each and every job can be completed to a high standard…

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How to Wet Sand a Car

Maintaining the glossy appearance of a fresh paint job on your car requires regular cleaning, buffing, and shining. But even the most careful car owners can’t escape the inevitability of finding little scratches and scuffs caused by bushes, trees, and sometimes even the weather. While finding these imperfections on…

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7 Ways to Make Your Body/Auto Repair Shop Attractive to Customers

Standing out against businesses you compete with can be challenging – especially for body and auto repair shops offering the same or similar services. However, there are some tricks and tips businesses in this industry can use to give themselves an edge over others while also helping to build a…

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