Set up today's garage
—daily revenue
—total costs
—net profit
—profit margin
Business maths breakdown
Profit is not the same as sales. A smart garage owner tracks variable costs, fixed overheads, break-even, and saving before spending.
| Step | Maths | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Press calculate to run the garage. | ||
Try a price change or a parts discount. Which change helps profit without being unfair to customers?
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Garage boss challenges
Break-even detective
Lower the jobs completed until profit becomes negative. How many jobs does the garage need just to survive?
Fair price test
Increase wages to reward mechanics better. What price keeps the business healthy while staying fair?
EV future
Choose the EV diagnostic check. Why might tech skills allow a garage to charge more?
Freedom fund
If you saved the profit pot every open day, how long to build £1,000 for new tools or investing?