Step 1: 📋 Choose Your Plan

Head to our [Plans Page] and scroll to Solo Spanner.

• Perfect for garages using garage software like Garage Hive, TechMan, or Garage Data Systems (GDS).

• Works independently if you don’t use any auto repair shop software.

• Simple pricing: £97 per month per garage + 45p per call minute.
  

Every call is answered — so you never miss a customer lead again..

Step 2: 📞 Activate Your AI Receptionist

Once you sign up:

• You’ll receive your own dedicated AI phone number

• Activation may take a few hours, but you’ll be fully set up within 24 hours

Step 3: 🎨 Customise Your AI Receptionist

While your number is being activated, tailor your receptionist:

✨ Choose a name and greeting
🕒 Set your business hours
📧 Add email addresses for transcripts and call recordings

Example: “Hello, you’ve reached Tom’s Garage. I’m your AI receptionist. How can I help you today?”

This ensures your AI receptionist is professional and ready to capture customer details — with or without Garage Software

Step 4: 🔄 Forward Your Calls

Once your number is live, you’ll receive an email with instructions to forward your calls. Decide how it should work:

• ⏰ 24/7

• 🌙 Out-of-hours only

• 📞 Calls not picked up after two rings
  
  

You’re always in control, whether working alongside garage software or independently.

Step 5: 📞 Start Taking Calls

Your AI receptionist can:

• ✅ Answer every customer call professionally

• ✅ Collect booking details, vehicle registrations, and contact information

• ✅ Email call summaries, transcripts, and recordings
  

From MOT bookings to tyre checks, your AI receptionist ensures your garage never misses another lead while you stay in control.

Step 6: 📝 Receive Call Transcripts and Recordings

After every call, you’ll get a full transcript and recording, including:

🧾 Customer details
🚗 Vehicle registration
📅 Booking requests
🕒 Preferred date and time

All you need to do is phone the customer back to confirm their booking — simple, efficient, and ensures no leads are missed

💡 Why Garages Love It

✅ Works alongside popular garage software like Garage Hive, TechMan, GDS, Workshop Software, and Autofluent — no integration needed
✅ Perfect add-on for garages using auto repair shop software, car repair shop software, or garage management systems
✅ No software required — also great for independent garages or MOT centres
✅ Quick setup — running in less than 24 hours
✅ Fully managed by you, flexible to your needs

❓Frequently asked questions

Do I need garage software to use the AI receptionist?

No! It works independently or in conjunction with garage software, capturing calls, bookings, and vehicle details.

How long does it take to set up?

Phone activation may take a few hours. Most garages are fully running within 24 hours.

How much does it cost?

£97/month per garage + 45p per minute for calls, including call transcripts and recordings.

How does call forwarding work?

You receive an email with instructions. Options include:
- 24/7 answering
- Out-of-hours only
- Calls not picked up after two rings

Will it replace my receptionist?

No — it’s a support tool. Captures calls and info, letting your team follow up to confirm bookings.

What software does it work with?

Works alongside, not integrated with any Garage Software like Garage Hive, TechMan, GDS, Workshop Software, and Autofluent, or independently for garages without auto repair software.

It can be fully integrated with the following:

• AGN - Auto Garage Network

Can I customise it for my garage?

Yes! Set a name, greeting, business hours, and choose where call transcripts are sent.

🚀 Ready to Set Up?

Contact the team at the Electronic receptionist for a demo call or just get started below.