Decades of Driving Innovation and Empowering Automotive Repair Shops
Welcome to Protractor, where innovation meets expertise in the automotive repair industry. Since 2003, we’ve been empowering repair shops and tire stores with advanced cloud-based business management software designed to streamline operations and build lasting customer relationships. As a leader in automotive software solutions, we’re committed to helping businesses achieve their goals through cutting-edge technology, industry partnerships, and a passion for driving success. Discover how Protractor can take your shop to the next level.
Our Mission
Putting Our Shops’ Needs First
At Protractor, our mission is to empower automotive repair shops with cutting-edge technology, driven by our deep expertise and commitment to the automotive aftermarket industry.
Our History
Setting the Bar
Protractor has grown from its roots in the automotive aftermarket industry to become a trusted leader in business management software. Since pioneering cloud-based solutions in 2003, Protractor has driven innovation, helping repair shops and tire stores strengthen customer relationships and build loyalty.
The launch of our .Net version in 2014 further established Protractor’s leadership, setting new standards in functionality and performance. Today, the company supports thousands of single and multi-shop operations across North America and Canada, helping them streamline operations, boost efficiency, and achieve their goals.
Protractor is powered by Vehlo, a leading provider of software solutions for the automotive industry. Vehlo focuses on industry-specific technology, equipping repair shops with tools to improve operations and reach their full potential. With a diverse portfolio of software options, Vehlo helps each shop find the right solution to meet its unique needs and goals.
Our Future
Driving Tomorrow’s Innovation Today
We are driven by a steadfast commitment to innovation and excellence in the automotive aftermarket industry. We are passionate about helping businesses thrive and shaping an industry where innovation drives lasting success. Our future lies in continuously advancing our cloud-based solutions to meet the evolving needs of repair shops, enabling them to build stronger customer relationships and deliver unparalleled service.
A key pillar of our success lies in our expansive network of partners and integrations, which we are dedicated to growing even further. These collaborations enable us to deliver advanced tools that improve daily operations, enhance customer relationship management, and drive long-term growth for our users. By combining industry expertise with cutting-edge advancements, we strive to not only meet the demands of tomorrow, but also set the benchmark for technological leadership and customer satisfaction.
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“Protractor has been a game changer for my small business. It allows me to track everything in one place, including appointments, inventory, work orders, invoices, and accounting. They provide excellent training on the software. I feel confident in running my business more efficiently with Protractor. I highly recommend Protractor to other automotive technicians looking to start their own business.”
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“Our shop has been using Protractor for several years, it’s easy to learn and easy to use! And it’s great I can access it from my laptop wherever I go. Today I needed assistance with a quick issue setting up online suppliers and Isabelle had me fixed up in only a few minutes.”
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“We have been in the automotive business for 30 years. Throughout that time we have constantly been on the lookout for advantages that will help us stand out among our competitors. Since we switched to Protractor we have not looked back. Protractor has streamlined our accounting procedures while still allowing us to track and project growth with a few short keystrokes. I would highly recommend this program to any business looking to increase productivity and profits.”
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“When it was time to upgrade, I looked at all the systems available. Protractor was way out in front, with built-in features such as integrated labour guides and online parts ordering right on to the work order and into payables automatically, email reminders, technician time clock, fast estimating, keeping track of deferred work and prompting the Advisors for the next service. These service additions pay for the price of the software alone!”
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“Other shop management software may be impressive, like a Ferrari or Lamborghini, but Protractor stands in a class of its own. It’s the Formula 1 of shop management systems—unmatched in performance and excellence.”
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“We were looking for something more robust. From an owner’s standpoint, my favorite feature is the reporting capabilities. With all the dashboards and reports, the technician time tracking and the efficiency monitoring within each job is one of the best features of Protractor. My service advisors really like the work order layout, history, deferred work tabs, and analysis tab – you can maximize your gross profit per billed hour within each work order. It’s been a true game-changer!”
