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Dealerships and service centres run on time-bound updates: a test drive that needs confirming, a car sitting ready at the workshop, an insurance policy expiring on a fixed date. These templates cover the full ownership cycle, from first enquiry to fifth service, so your team stops making status calls and customers stop calling to ask.

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Test Drive Confirmed

test_drive_confirm_v1

Utility

Sent immediately after a customer books a test drive to confirm the slot and location.

{{1}}Rohan{{2}}Tata Nexon EV{{3}}Sat, 12 Jul, 11:00 AM{{4}}Prime Motors, Andheri West, Mumbai

Test Drive Reminder

test_drive_reminder_v1

Utility

Sent 2-3 hours before a booked test drive to reduce no-shows.

{{1}}Hyundai Creta{{2}}4:30 PM{{3}}Ananya{{4}}Sharma Hyundai, Sector 18, Noida

Doorstep Test Drive

test_drive_home_offer_v1

Marketing

Sent to a warm enquiry offering a home test drive to move them towards booking.

{{1}}Mahindra XUV700{{2}}Pune

Post Test Drive Follow-up

test_drive_followup_v1

Marketing

Sent the day after a test drive to gauge interest and share a quotation.

{{1}}Maruti Grand Vitara{{2}}Priya{{3}}Bengaluru{{4}}20 Jul

Service Due Reminder

service_due_reminder_v1

Utility

Sent 7-10 days before the scheduled service date based on time or kilometres.

{{1}}Honda City{{2}}MH 12 AB 4321{{3}}3rd free{{4}}18 Jul

Kilometre-based Service Alert

service_due_km_v1

Utility

Sent when telematics or last-visit data shows the vehicle is nearing its service interval.

{{1}}Kia Seltos{{2}}20,000{{3}}Orange Auto Works, Whitefield, Bengaluru

Service Overdue Notice

service_overdue_v1

Utility

Sent when a vehicle has crossed its service due date without a booking.

{{1}}DL 8C AF 7788{{2}}28 Jun

Service Slot Confirmed

service_slot_confirm_v1

Utility

Sent after a customer books a service appointment to confirm date, time and drop details.

{{1}}Toyota Innova Crysta{{2}}KA 05 MJ 2210{{3}}Tue, 15 Jul{{4}}9:30 AM{{5}}Sri Toyota Service, Hosur Road

Vehicle Received at Workshop

vehicle_received_v1

Utility

Sent when the vehicle is checked in and a job card is opened.

{{1}}Hyundai i20{{2}}TN 09 CQ 5566{{3}}JC-20871{{4}}Karthik

Estimate Approval Request

estimate_approval_v1

Utility

Sent after inspection when additional work needs customer approval before proceeding.

{{1}}JC-20871{{2}}front brake pads replacement and wheel alignment{{3}}4,850

Service In Progress

service_in_progress_v1

Utility

Sent mid-service to keep the customer informed and set the expected completion time.

{{1}}JC-20871{{2}}Hyundai i20{{3}}oil change, filter replacement{{4}}5:00 PM today

Vehicle Ready for Pickup

vehicle_ready_v1

Utility

Sent when service is complete and the vehicle is washed and ready for delivery.

{{1}}Hyundai i20{{2}}TN 09 CQ 5566{{3}}7,340{{4}}7:30 PM today

Approval & performance

Getting automobile templates approved — and opened

Service status templates approve fastest as Utility when they reference a job card or registration number. Keep offers out of them entirely, or Meta may reclassify the template as Marketing at higher cost.

For insurance renewal reminders, state the expiry date as a variable and avoid words like 'best price' or 'guaranteed lowest premium' in the body; rate promises are a common rejection reason in this category.

Send service-due reminders 7-10 days before the due date with a booking button. Dealers see far higher slot fill when the message names the specific vehicle and last service date instead of a generic 'service is due'.

Vehicle registration numbers make excellent {{n}} variables: they personalise the message, prove it is not bulk spam to reviewers, and let the customer trust the update at a glance.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Should my service status updates be Marketing or Utility templates?

Status updates tied to an existing job card, such as vehicle received, work in progress or ready for delivery, qualify as Utility because the customer initiated the transaction. Keep them purely informational. The moment you add a discount or upsell line, Meta treats the template as Marketing, which changes pricing and requires opt-out handling.

Can I send insurance renewal reminders on WhatsApp?

Yes, renewal reminders for a policy the customer already holds with you are standard Utility messages. Mention the policy or registration number and the expiry date, and stick to logistics. Avoid promising specific premiums or claiming the cheapest rates, as those claims get templates rejected and can breach IRDAI advertising norms.

How far in advance should I send a test-drive reminder?

A confirmation immediately after booking plus one reminder 2-3 hours before the slot works well for most dealerships. Include the showroom address and a contact number in the reminder, and add a reschedule button. No-show rates drop noticeably when the customer can move the slot in one tap instead of silently skipping it.

Can I message old customers about a seasonal checkup camp?

Only if they have opted in to receive marketing messages from your business. Camp invitations are Marketing templates, so each one needs a visible opt-out such as a Stop offers button or a 'Reply STOP to opt out' footer. Past service customers who gave consent during job-card creation are usually your best-performing list for camps.

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