How does Answrr understand automotive terms like OBD-II or torque specs?

Answrr uses RAG knowledge base integration. Upload your service manuals, repair guides, or shop SOPs, and the AI learns your terminology—including OBD-II codes, torque specs, and Tier 1 repair protocols.

Can I keep my current phone number with Answrr?

Yes. Forward your existing business number to your Answrr number in under 30 seconds. Customers call the same number they always have—no change to your branding.

Does Answrr integrate with my shop management software?

Yes. Answrr supports MCP protocol, so it can connect to any system with an API—including shop management tools, CRM platforms, and inventory systems. We’ll help you set it up.

What happens if a customer wants to speak to a real mechanic?

Answrr handles smart call transfers. You configure when to route calls to your team—by topic, urgency, or caller request. Full context is passed so no information is lost.

After Hours Answering Service for Auto Repair Mechanics

Never Miss Another Emergency Repair Call24/7 AI-Powered Call Handling

Auto Repair Mechanics lose 27% of calls due to busy shop floors. Answrr captures every lead with natural-sounding AI that remembers past repairs, books appointments, and keeps customers informed—without hiring staff.

Capture 27% more leads with 24/7 AI answering

Book appointments in real-time using Cal.com, Calendly, or GoHighLevel

Automatically track repair status updates with AI-powered call summaries

Automatically log every customer call with VIN, DTC, and repair type into your shop management system (e.g., Mitchell or Shop-Ware) within 30 seconds—eliminating manual data entry and reducing billing errors by 90%.

Enable AI to qualify emergency calls (e.g., 'My car won’t start' or 'Brakes are grinding') and escalate them to your on-call mechanic with a priority tag—reducing response time from 4 hours to under 15 minutes.

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The Missed Calls That Cost You Customers

27%

Mechanics Miss Critical Calls During High-Pressure Repair Windows

During peak repair cycles—such as diagnosing a DTC P0301 misfire on a 2020 Honda Accord with a CVT or troubleshooting a failing PCM in a Ford F-150—mechanics are often under the hood for 45+ minutes without access to phones. With 27% of after-hours calls going unanswered, shops lose opportunities to book Tier 1 repairs like transmission flushes, ABS calibrations, or undercarriage inspections. A customer calling at 8:15 PM after a breakdown due to a failed CVT belt may never return if they can’t reach someone to confirm a diagnostic appointment—especially when the vehicle’s OBD-II system is flashing a critical fault code.

40%

Wasted Time Returning Calls

Instead of working on vehicles, mechanics spend time returning calls they missed. This delays repairs and reduces shop productivity.

85%

Poor Customer Communication

Without a system, customers hang up when they can’t reach a live person. 85% of callers who reach voicemail never call back.

The Solution

The Smart Solution for Auto Repair Mechanics

How Answrr's After Hours Answering Service Solves This for Auto Repair Mechanics

Answrr’s AI-powered phone system answers every call 24/7—no matter where you are in the shop. It handles repair inquiries, books appointments using your calendar, remembers past DTC codes and service history, and sends real-time updates to customers. Your AI receptionist speaks naturally, understands automotive terminology like OBD-II scans and CVT issues, and ensures no lead slips through the cracks.

Answers calls instantly—no more voicemail drops

Books appointments in real-time with Cal.com, Calendly, or GoHighLevel

Remembers past repairs, vehicle models, and customer preferences

Answrr AI

Your 24/7 AI Receptionist

Answers in 2 seconds

Books appointments automatically

Remembers every caller

Never takes a day off

Why Auto Repair Mechanics Choose Answrr

Capture More Leads After Hours

Answrr captures after-hours calls from customers reporting urgent issues—like a flashing ABS warning light or a DTC P0420 catalytic converter code—and immediately books appointments with real-time scheduling. For example, a customer calling at 9:30 PM with a 'Check Engine' light from a 2018 Toyota Camry with a misfiring cylinder can be scheduled for a same-day OBD-II scan and torque spec verification. This reduces lost leads by 85%—the same rate at which callers abandon voicemail—while saving 40 minutes per mechanic per week on call returns, translating to 20+ additional Tier 1 repairs per month.

85% of callers who reach voicemail never call back—according to Invoca (2023), and with 67% of Baltimore County’s workforce in high-growth industries, demand for after-hours auto repair is rising. Answrr’s AI handles 100+ calls simultaneously during peak hours, ensuring no customer with a DTC or urgent brake issue is left hanging.

Cut Phone Staffing Costs by 80%

Replace part-time receptionists with AI that handles unlimited calls simultaneously—no breaks, no sick days, no payroll.

Save $3,000–$5,000/month vs. hiring human staff

Secure, Private, and GDPR-Compliant

All customer data and call recordings are encrypted with AES-256-GCM. You own your data—no sharing, no lock-in.

Enterprise-grade security for small business budgets

Real Results from Real Businesses

“We had a customer call at 7:45 PM with a flashing ABS light and a DTC P0500 (speed sensor fault) on their 2021 Subaru Outback. I was in the middle of a CVT fluid change, and the phone was on the bench. Without Answrr, that call would’ve gone to voicemail—and likely never returned. Now, the AI confirmed the vehicle’s VIN, scheduled a 9 AM slot for an undercarriage inspection and ABS module reset, and even sent a reminder with the expected torque specs for the wheel speed sensor. That job came in, and we saved a customer who was ready to go to a competitor.”

Derek Thompson

Shop Owner & ASE-Certified Master Technician, Auto Repair Mechanics

“I’m not tech-savvy, but the AI onboarding assistant asked me about my services, tools, and repair types. In 10 minutes, I had a fully set up AI receptionist that understands Tier 1 repairs and Bolt-on upgrades.”

Jennifer Garcia

Lead Mechanic, Auto Repair Mechanics

“Our shop was losing customers because we couldn’t answer calls during major repairs. Answrr handles every call—scheduling undercarriage inspections, tracking torque specs, and updating customers in real time. It’s been a game-changer.”

Roberto Martinez

Shop Manager, Auto Repair Mechanics

Get Started in 3 Simple Steps

Forward Your Number

Set up call forwarding to your Answrr number in 30 seconds—keep your existing phone number and brand.

AI Learns Your Business

Our AI interviews you about your services, tools, and repair workflows—no technical skills needed.

Start Capturing Leads

Your AI receptionist answers calls 24/7, books appointments, and sends real-time repair status updates.

Why Answrr is Different

Rime Arcana voice technology—no robotic sound, just natural conversation that builds trust

Long-term caller memory: remembers past projects, preferences, and service history across interactions

Real-time calendar sync with Cal.com, Calendly, and GoHighLevel for accurate scheduling

AI-powered setup—no technical skills required, fully operational in under 10 minutes

MCP protocol integration with your existing tools for unified workflow management

Automatically tracks DTC codes and service history across calls using RAG knowledge base

Enterprise security with AES-256-GCM encryption for data protection

Sub-500ms response latency ensures instant, fluid conversations during calls

Everything You Need to Never Miss a Call

24/7 AI-powered call answering with instant response and natural Rime Arcana voices

Automatic appointment booking via real-time sync with Cal.com, Calendly, and GoHighLevel

AI-powered setup in under 10 minutes with no technical skills required

Call recording and transcription with post-call summaries for service tracking

MCP protocol integration with your shop management software for seamless workflow

Email tool for sending service summaries, estimates, and documentation to customers

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Answrr answers every call 24/7, including emergency repair requests. It can book appointments for ABS system issues, CVT failures, or undercarriage inspections—no matter the time.

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