HAMPTON ROADS AUTOMOTIVE NETWORK
For Independent Providers

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You may already have the skills. Now build the trust. DriveLink helps independent automotive providers understand the steps to become more professional — including business license basics, insurance options, identity verification, documentation, and customer trust.

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I'm just starting out

You may need:

  • Profile setup and service category
  • Phone and email verification
  • Tool and work photos
  • Basic pricing and service description
  • Provider agreement
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I already do work on the side

You may need:

  • Business license
  • Insurance quote
  • Separate business phone and email
  • Payment tracking and invoicing
  • Customer reviews
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I want to become a real business

You may need:

  • LLC or business entity registration
  • EIN
  • Business bank account
  • Insurance
  • Local business license
  • Google Business Profile
  • DriveLink Credential Verified badge
Business License

Do You Need a Business License?

A business license may be required depending on where you operate, what services you offer, whether you work from home, whether you have a shop, and whether you perform mobile services.

Virginia SCC — Register your business entity
Virginia State Corporation Commission
Hampton Business License
City of Hampton — Commissioner of the Revenue

A new business must obtain a license before conducting business in Hampton.

Newport News Business License
City of Newport News — Commissioner of the Revenue
Chesapeake Business License
City of Chesapeake — Business License
Norfolk Business License
City of Norfolk — Business License
Insurance

What Insurance Do You Need?

Insurance helps protect your business, your customer, and your reputation. The right coverage depends on what you do.

General Liability
Covers property damage or injury claims
Commercial Auto
Covers your vehicle used for work
Garage Liability
Covers shop-based operations
Garagekeepers
Covers customer vehicles in your care
On-Hook/Towing Coverage
Required for tow operators
Tools and Equipment
Covers your tools if stolen or damaged
Workers Compensation
Required if you have employees
Professional Liability
For inspection or diagnostic work
Virginia Bureau of Insurance
Virginia SCC Bureau of Insurance — Commercial Coverage Guide
Certifications

Certifications That Build Trust

Certifications are not always required, but they help customers trust your skills and qualify you for better jobs on DriveLink.

ASE CertificationsManufacturer TrainingTrade School CertificateDealer Training ProgramFleet Maintenance ExperienceOSHA Safety TrainingWelding CertificateTowing and Roadside Training
Virginia DPOR
Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation — Licensed Trades and Credentials
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