Simple shop management for small mechanics and repair shops
Create quotes, send invoices, track vehicles, manage customers, record payments, and send service reminders — all from one clean dashboard.
Why PistonCMS Exists
The automotive repair industry runs on small businesses.
Mobile mechanics, independent repair shops, roadside technicians, and side-hustle mechanics keep vehicles moving every day. But most shop management software wasn’t built for them.
Many systems are designed for large dealerships or multi-location repair facilities. They can be complicated, expensive, and often require training just to create a simple quote or invoice.
After years of working directly with technicians, repair shops, and parts customers, it became clear that many smaller operations were stuck juggling spreadsheets, paper invoices, or software that was far more complex than what they actually needed.
PistonCMS was built to change that.
A simple system designed specifically for independent mechanics to:
- Create quotes and invoices quickly
- Keep track of customers and vehicles
- Record payments and job details
- Stay organized without complicated software
The goal is simple: give independent mechanics practical tools that help them run their business without slowing them down.
Start using PistonCMS in 3 simple steps
No complicated setup. No bloated workflow. Just the tools you need to get organized and get to work.
Add your customer
Create a customer profile and connect one or more vehicles so everything stays organized from the start.
Create the quote or invoice
Add parts, labor, notes, and totals in one clean workflow that is easy to use on desktop or mobile.
Track payments and follow up
Record how the job was paid, keep customer history in one place, and send reminders to bring them back later.
Everything you need to run a smaller shop
Keep your workflow simple, clean, and easy to manage.
Create Quotes & Invoices
Build estimates and invoices fast with parts, labor, notes, and customer-ready documents.
Track Customers & Vehicles
Keep every customer linked to their vehicles so you can find what you need fast.
Record Payments
Track paid, partial, and due balances with payment methods and payment history.
Service Reminder Emails
Bring customers back with scheduled maintenance reminders tied to each vehicle.
Simple Dashboard
No clutter, no extra junk, and no enterprise-style confusion. Just the tools you need.
Mobile Friendly
Check customer info, update vehicles, and manage work from your phone when needed.
Designed for real shop work
PistonCMS is focused on the tools most smaller mechanics actually need: quotes, invoices, customers, vehicles, payments, and reminders.
- Quick access to customer and vehicle info
- Clear invoice and payment tracking
- Easy reminder setup for repeat business
- Built to stay simple
Simple pricing for small shops
Built to be affordable for small shops, mobile mechanics, and side businesses.
or $9.99/month billed yearly ($119.88/year)
Frequently asked questions
Do I need special hardware?
No. PistonCMS works on a regular computer, tablet, or phone.
Can I track multiple vehicles for one customer?
Yes. Customers can have multiple vehicles tied to their account.
Can I record different payment methods?
Yes. You can record how an invoice was paid and track payment history.
Does it send service reminders?
Yes. You can set up reminder emails tied to a customer’s vehicle.
Is this made for big dealership service departments?
No. It is built for smaller shops, side businesses, and independent mechanics.
Can I try it before committing?
Yes. You can start with a free trial before choosing a monthly or yearly plan.
Start using PistonCMS and spend less time managing paperwork
Quotes, invoices, vehicles, payments, and reminders — all in one place.