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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAs an auto shop owner, are you able to say that your customers easily recognize you from the competition? Every small business needs a logo because it\u2019s the foundation of your branding. You may be thinking you don\u2019t have the time or money to invest in such an undertaking. But truth is, there\u2019s no need to cut into an already tight budget hiring someone to design your auto shop logo for you because it\u2019s a fairly quick and easy task that you can do yourself at no cost.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s why you need a logo and how you can create your own auto shop logo for free using Canva.<\/p>\n

Why You Need an Auto Shop Logo<\/h2>\n

If your auto shop had a face, then your logo would be it. It\u2019s your most visible business asset and appears on everything from your website, business cards, and marketing materials. So, you definitely want to make a good first impression by leading with a great logo that sells your brand to prospective customers.<\/p>\n

A logo is also your business\u2019s personality and conveys who you are. Regardless of the business size and industry, you have got to differentiate yourself from the competition. A logo gives you identity and says, \u201cthis is who I am and this is what I represent.\u201d<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no better way to showcase who you are than with a logo. You don\u2019t want to be another faceless option in the auto repair industry, you can package yourself in a way that gets you noticed and communicates to customers.<\/p>\n

Elements of a Logo (for Small Businesses)<\/h2>\n

Before getting started on the design of your logo<\/a>, you should know that there are different elements of a logo. Some things you\u2019ll want to consider before starting the design process are:<\/p>\n

Logo Style<\/h3>\n

You must first figure out what type of logo style most fits your brand. Would you say that you have a vintage feel, or are you more modern? How about cool, classic, or a minimalist approach?<\/p>\n

Knowing the style that you\u2019re going for will help you decide on the other elements of your logo design.<\/p>\n

Logo Type<\/h3>\n

Next, consider the type of logo that you want. There are five main categories to choose from:<\/p>\n

Symbol: <\/em><\/strong>\u00a0A logo that uses just one single symbol or icon<\/p>\n

Wordmark: <\/em><\/strong>\u00a0A logo where the text is only used to spell out the brand\u2019s name<\/p>\n

Lettermark: <\/em><\/strong>A logo that uses text, like a brand\u2019s initials or the first letter of the brand\u2019s name to create a symbol or icon. (Picture the Volkswagen Logo).<\/p>\n

Combination Mark: <\/em><\/strong>This is a logo that uses both the symbol and wordmark type logo.<\/p>\n

Emblem: <\/em><\/strong>A logo design that resembles a seal or crust featuring the company name within the design. (Think about the logo for Harley-Davidson or BMW.)<\/p>\n

Color Palette<\/h3>\n

When thinking about colors, it is a good rule of thumb to stick to three colors or less. There is limited space on your logo so less is more when it comes to incorporating color into your logo.<\/p>\n

You also want to be strategic when it comes to choosing colors. People tend to have strong associations with colors and you can use those to your advantage. As Alina Wheeler said in DESIGNING BRAND IDENTITY, \u201cColor is used to evoke emotion and express personality.\u201d \u00a0For instance, blue and green are associated with trustworthiness, purple with royalty, and black with sophistication.<\/p>\n

The book also quotes Sean Adams in saying, \u201cColor is subjective and emotional.\u201d So, does red mean stop or does it mean Coca Cola or Five Guys or KFC or Netflix or Target? Is red fire or fall leaves?<\/p>\n

If you studied Color Theory, you\u2019d learn all about complementary colors and how to put them together in a color scheme. But were going to save you lots of time by pointing you to the Canva color palette generator or this tool here<\/a> and have a color palette created for you.<\/p>\n

Graphics<\/h3>\n

If you want to incorporate a symbol or company mascot into your logo, then you may want to consider graphics. Whether you do this or not, you want to think about how to incorporate graphics first before you begin to add other elements.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind, that logos will often be as small as an icon on a phone, so complicated details can be lost when the logo is very tiny.<\/p>\n

Typography<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re going to have any type of text in your logo, then you need to consider the font type or typography.<\/p>\n

The four main types of fonts are:<\/p>\n

Serif:\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>A popular example of this is Times New Roman, where there\u2019s an anchor at the end of each letter and are more traditional.<\/p>\n

Sans Serif:\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>These fonts do not have anchors on each letter and have more of a smooth appearance and a more modern feel.<\/p>\n

Script:\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>This font looks like cursive handwriting.<\/p>\n

Display:\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>These fonts can vary but are defined by a unique characteristic or effect.<\/p>\n

The current trend is toward simplified typography. Take a look at Google\u2019s logo evolution below. Not only is the new design simpler and flatter (no shading in the colors), but it can be broken down to just the \u2018G\u2019:<\/p>\n

\"google\"google<\/p>\n

\"google\"google<\/p>\n

How to Define Your Logo<\/h2>\n

The first step to designing your logo is not the actual design process. Your logo design is important and your goal is to get noticed and stand out from the competition, but how do you do that?<\/p>\n

Do Your Research<\/h3>\n

Research your industry and explore what other brands are doing. Exploring other brands will help you identify trends and ways you can set yourself apart. Keep track of what you like and what you don\u2019t. Note the colors that are used, the goal is to stand out or emulate. Write down what emotions you feel when looking at their logos (try to ignore the negative emotions about a competitor!)<\/p>\n

Look for Inspiration Around You<\/h3>\n

Keep your eyes open and you can find things you like in unexpected places. Like typography on a billboard or color combinations in nature.<\/p>\n

Speaking of Google, just do a search for Logo and click on images. You can (and should) spend tons of time looking at all the options out there.<\/p>\n

Determine your Point of Difference<\/h3>\n

Establish your point of difference (POD) and what makes you special and unique. If you\u2019re not sure what your POD is, some questions to ask yourself are:<\/p>\n