It may surprise some, but many automotive shops are unaware that you can get some free advertising on Google through Google My Business (formerly known as Google Places) instead of paying for pay-per-click (PPC) ads on Google.

Google is always looking to increase the value of its local search results -- as well as its Google Maps application -- the search engine giant has a simple way for you to provide them with that valuable information about your business, which it infuses straight into its search engine results.

This is a way to advertise your business on Google for free. Honestly, who doesn't love some free advertising? This not only helps your business get found through searches; it can also help you get more traffic, leads, and customers.

How to Advertise on Google for Free

In order to set up your Google My Business free listing, you'll need the following information at hand:

• A brief description of your automotive service repair facility.
• Your phone number, address, website, hours of operation, and any other contact info you want to advertise.
• A logo or image that represents your business, for example, a picture of your shop(s).

To set up a Google My Business listing, give us a call and we will help you out.