Services Marketplace
The Services Marketplace connects vehicle owners with service providers offering maintenance, repair, rental, and other automotive services.
Services Homepage
Access the services marketplace at /services.
Hero Section
The services landing page features:
- Search bar for providers/services
- Service category grid
- Featured providers section
Search Functionality
Search for services by:
- Provider name
- Service type
- Location (country, city)
- Keywords
Service Categories Overview
The platform supports 11+ service categories:
| Category | Icon | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rental Services | Truck | Short & long-term vehicle rental |
| Mechanic Services | Wrench | Engine repair, maintenance |
| Body & Paint | Paintbrush | Body repair, painting, dent removal |
| Tyre Services | Circle | Tyre replacement, alignment |
| Towing & Recovery | Cable | Emergency towing, roadside assistance |
| Inspection & Certification | Clipboard | Vehicle inspection, MOT |
| Spare Parts | Cog | OEM and aftermarket parts |
| Customization | Sparkles | Vehicle modifications |
| Financing & Insurance | Banknote | Vehicle financing, insurance |
| Documentation | FileText | Registration, permits |
| Shipping & Logistics | Ship | Vehicle transport, freight |
| EV Charging | Lightning | Electric vehicle charging |
Dynamic Categories
Service categories are managed by administrators and can be expanded based on market needs.
Finding Service Providers
Browse by Category
- Click a category card on
/services - View all providers in that category
- Filter by location and rating
Search Providers
Use the search bar to find providers:
- By business name
- By services offered
- By location
View Modes
Toggle between viewing modes:
| Mode | Description |
|---|---|
| Grid | Card layout (default) |
| List | Horizontal cards |
| Map | Geographic display |
Provider Profiles
Each service provider has a dedicated profile page at /services/provider/[slug].
Profile Information
| Section | Content |
|---|---|
| Business Name | Official company name |
| Logo | Company logo/image |
| Description | Service overview |
| Location | City and country |
| Rating | Star rating (1-5) |
| Reviews | Customer feedback |
| Services Offered | List of services |
| Contact Info | Phone, email, website |
Provider Stats
Displayed prominently:
- Rating - Average customer rating
- Review Count - Total reviews
- Jobs Completed - Service history
- Response Rate - Message reply rate
- Verification - Badge if verified
Services Offered
Each provider lists their services with:
- Service name
- Description
- Starting price (optional)
- Duration estimate
Booking Services
Booking Process
- Find Provider - Browse or search
- Select Service - Choose from offerings
- Submit Request - Fill booking form
- Provider Response - Await confirmation
- Complete Service - Provider fulfills request
- Leave Review - Rate the experience
Booking Request Form
When booking a service:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Selected service |
| Preferred Date | Requested date |
| Preferred Time | Time slot preference |
| Vehicle Info | Make, model, year |
| Description | Details of needed service |
| Contact Info | Phone, email |
| Location | Service location |
Booking Status
Track your booking status:
| Status | Description |
|---|---|
| PENDING | Awaiting provider response |
| CONFIRMED | Provider accepted |
| IN_PROGRESS | Service underway |
| COMPLETED | Service finished |
| CANCELLED | Booking cancelled |
My Bookings
View all your bookings at /my-bookings. Each booking links to detailed status and provider contact.
Nearby Stations Feature
The /services/nearby-stations page helps you find:
Fuel Stations
- Diesel stations
- Petrol stations
- AdBlue refill points
EV Charging
- Electric vehicle chargers
- Charging network info
- Availability status
Rest Stops
- Truck stops
- Rest areas
- Parking facilities
How It Works
- Allow location access
- Map shows nearby facilities
- Filter by type
- View details and directions
Location Access
Enable location services for the best experience. You can also manually search by location.
Provider Search Page
The /services/search page offers advanced filtering:
Filter Options
| Filter | Options |
|---|---|
| Category | Service type |
| Location | Country, city |
| Rating | Minimum stars |
| Verified | Only verified providers |
| Availability | Currently accepting |
Sort Options
- Rating (highest first)
- Reviews (most reviewed)
- Distance (if location set)
- Name (A-Z)
Provider Cards
Each provider card displays:
Grid View
- Provider logo
- Business name
- Location
- Rating and reviews
- Verification badge
- Service categories
List View
- Horizontal layout
- More detailed description
- Direct contact buttons
Map View
- Geographic markers
- Click for details
- Cluster at zoom levels
Featured Providers
The services homepage highlights top providers:
- High ratings
- Verified status
- Active service offerings
- Good response rates
Service Provider Dashboard
For providers (see Service Provider Guide):
- Manage service offerings
- Respond to booking requests
- View customer reviews
- Update business profile
- Track analytics
Mobile Experience
On mobile devices:
- Touch-optimized category cards
- Swipeable provider cards
- Mobile map interface
- Easy booking flow
- Quick contact buttons
Integration with Listings
Services connect with vehicle listings:
From Listing Page
- "Find Services" suggestion
- Link to relevant service categories
- Location-based provider recommendations
Service History
- Providers can reference serviced vehicles
- Buyers can verify service records
Reviews and Ratings
Provider Reviews
Customers can review providers after booking:
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Star Rating | 1-5 stars |
| Title | Review headline |
| Description | Detailed feedback |
| Service Type | What was provided |
| Date | When reviewed |
Review Guidelines
- Must have completed booking
- Honest, factual feedback
- No offensive content
- Providers can respond
Provider Verification
Verified providers display:
- Blue Badge - Business verified
- Documentation - Insurance, certifications
- Quality Assurance - Meets platform standards
Choose Verified
We recommend using verified providers for important services.
Related Pages
- Service Provider Guide - For providers
- Services Booking - For buyers
- Admin Services Management - For admins