Brand Guidelines

This guide defines the visual language, design style, and core principles that ensure a clear and cohesive brand experience across all teams and areas of expertise.

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At the heart of Saline Automotive Services is a commitment to precision and clarity—reflecting our mission to deliver exceptional service with efficiency and accuracy for every vehicle and customer. Our approach blends the warmth of a close-knit community with the most up-to-date automotive technology, ensuring our clients receive the highest standard of care.

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This guide establishes the essential design standards that shape our brand, from our color palette and typography to accessibility requirements and documentation protocols.

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Whether you are creating digital assets or printed materials, these guidelines ensure every touchpoint embodies the trust, efficiency, and forward-thinking spirit that distinguish Saline Automotive Services.

Contents

  1. 01 Brand Strategy

  2. 02 Personality

  3. 03 Logo

  4. 04 Color

  5. 05 Art Direction

01 Brand Strategy

Saline Automotive Services is the go-to full-service shop for busy drivers who value expertise, convenience, and a personal touch. We stand apart through our skilled technicians, advanced diagnostic capabilities, and genuine commitment to customer relationships.

At Saline Automotive Services, we treat every car as if it were our own—combining expertise, technology, and personal care to keep you confidently on the road.

02 Personality

The voice of Saline Automotive Services brings our brand to life in every conversation, whether spoken or written. We believe clear, straightforward communication can transform the auto repair experience—making it simple, stress-free, and reassuring. By using direct, approachable, and transparent language, we help customers feel informed and supported, building trust at every step. Our goal is to give customers the confidence to keep moving forward, knowing their vehicle is in capable hands.

Expert

Honest

Quality

Dependable

Approachable

Tone & Voice

Our Vision: why we exist

Expert service, up to date with the newest technoligy

Our Mission: what we do

Honest, dependable, quality, service with a familiar, hometown feel.

Our Promise: how we help

To use familiar, transparent language to inform customers, building trust, through every step.

Sample Copy

Car Brakes Are Essential

Your safety is our top priority, regular brake checks are a simple way to prevent unexpected issues and give you peace of mind every time you drive.

Schedule your brake inspection today.

Ready for summer?

Schedule A/C service at your next regular maintenance appointment and drive with comfort and confidence all season long.

Saline Automotive - Convenience

For after-hours service, access our drop box located on the west side of the building. We look forward to servicing your vehicle and delivering the outstanding customer service you deserve.

Saline Automotive - Mechanics

Are you looking for reliable, honest, and hardworking automotive care? That’s exactly what you’ll find at Saline Automotive—every time your car is serviced or maintained.

Experience the difference.

03 Logo

The Saline Automotive Services logo features bold lettering that evokes the motion of turning tires—capturing a sense of movement, precision, and efficiency. The dynamic design reflects our agility and adaptability in an ever-evolving automotive landscape. Our color palette reinforces trust and clarity: deep blues convey stability and reliability, while striking gold accents pay tribute to our hometown roots.More than just a name, the Saline Automotive Services logo symbolizes our unwavering commitment to transparency, approachability, and speed.

Primary Lockup

Clearspace

Secondary Lockups

Partnerships

Image of partnership logos

04 Color

Saline automtive services’s color palette is designed to evoke trust, reliability, and financial clarity, ensuring that every touchpoint reflects our commitment to accuracy and efficiency.

​

Together, these colors create a strong, dependable, and forward-thinking brand identity, ensuring that Redo is instantly recognized as the go-to solution for financial corrections and optimization.

Primary Palette

Gold

Hex: #F2BB40

Blue

Hex: #253D85

White

Hex: #FFFFFF

Sand

Hex: #FAE4BC

Secondary Palette

Navy

Hex: #10284B

Calm

Hex: #E3EEFF

Pop of Blue

Hex: #5DCEF0

Pale Yellow

Hex: #F6ECD9

Deep Gold

Hex: #C1964E

Tar

Hex: #000000

Dark Grey

Hex: #5878A3

Tan

Hex: #CC3333

Gradient Palette

Gradient 1

Gradient 2

Gradient 3

Gradient 4

06 Art Direction

Saline Automotive's photography style reinforces our brand’s core values—honest, quality, dependable—by showcasing visuals that reflect professionalism, accuracy, and warmth.

Person sitting on floor working on laptop

Clean & Casual

Photography should feature warm, well-lit shop spaces with a clean and organized feel. The focus should be on clarity, avoiding clutter or overly dramatic compositions.

Person sitting by window working on tablet

Subtle Technology Integration

Photography should include elements of automotive technology—tablets analyzing electric vehicles or mechanics working with modern tools—to highlight Saline Automotive’s tech-driven approach to routine maintenance, fixes, or improvements.

Person sitting on couch working on laptop

Automotive Storytelling

Images should capture real-world scenarios—professionals working on vehicles (oil change, tire rotation, etc.), business owners talking with staff or clients, and team members greeting customers. This reinforces Saline Auto’s role in helping helping customer with honest, quality, dependable service, building trust.

Person at standing desk working on laptop

People with Confidence & Focus

Images should capture real-world automotive scenarios—professionals working on vehicles, business owners instructing staff or chatting with customers, and teams discussing strategies. This reinforces Saline Auto’s role in helping customers maintain their vehicles.

Brand Guidelines

This guide defines the visual language, design style, and core principles that ensure a clear and cohesive brand experience across all teams and areas of expertise.

​

At the heart of Saline Automotive Services is a commitment to precision and clarity—reflecting our mission to deliver exceptional service with efficiency and accuracy for every vehicle and customer. Our approach blends the warmth of a close-knit community with the most up-to-date automotive technology, ensuring our clients receive the highest standard of care.

​

This guide establishes the essential design standards that shape our brand, from our color palette and typography to accessibility requirements and documentation protocols.

​

Whether you are creating digital assets or printed materials, these guidelines ensure every touchpoint embodies the trust, efficiency, and forward-thinking spirit that distinguish Saline Automotive Services.

Contents

  1. 01 Brand Strategy

  2. 02 Personality

  3. 03 Logo

  4. 04 Color

  5. 05 Art Direction

01 Brand Strategy

Saline Automotive Services is the go-to full-service shop for busy drivers who value expertise, convenience, and a personal touch. We stand apart through our skilled technicians, advanced diagnostic capabilities, and genuine commitment to customer relationships.

At Saline Automotive Services, we treat every car as if it were our own—combining expertise, technology, and personal care to keep you confidently on the road.

02 Personality

The voice of Saline Automotive Services brings our brand to life in every conversation, whether spoken or written. We believe clear, straightforward communication can transform the auto repair experience—making it simple, stress-free, and reassuring. By using direct, approachable, and transparent language, we help customers feel informed and supported, building trust at every step. Our goal is to give customers the confidence to keep moving forward, knowing their vehicle is in capable hands.

Expert

Honest

Quality

Dependable

Approachable

Tone & Voice

Our Vision: why we exist

Ensure the safety and reliability of every vehicle on the road in Saline and Ann Arbor, MI.

Our Mission: what we do

Provide comprehensive, trustworthy, and efficient auto repair and maintenance so customers can drive with peace of mind always.

Our Promise: how we help

To handle every vehicle as if it were our own, ensuring prompt, thorough service and clear communication every step of the way.

Sample Copy

Saline Automotive - Mechanics

Are you looking for reliable, honest, and hardworking automotive care? That’s exactly what you’ll find at Saline Automotive—every time your car is serviced or maintained.

Experience the difference.

Saline Automotive - Convenience

For after-hours service, access our drop box located on the west side of the building. We look forward to servicing your vehicle and delivering the outstanding customer service you deserve.

Ready for summer?

Schedule A/C service at your next regular maintenance appointment and drive with comfort and confidence all season long.

Car Brakes Are Essential

Your safety is our top priority, regular brake checks are a simple way to prevent unexpected issues and give you peace of mind every time you drive.

Schedule your brake inspection today.

03 Logo

The Saline Automotive Services logo features bold lettering that evokes the motion of turning tires—capturing a sense of movement, precision, and efficiency. The dynamic design reflects our agility and adaptability in an ever-evolving automotive landscape. Our color palette reinforces trust and clarity: deep blues convey stability and reliability, while striking gold accents pay tribute to our hometown roots.More than just a name, the Saline Automotive Services logo symbolizes our unwavering commitment to transparency, approachability, and speed.

Primary Lockup

Clearspace

Secondary Lockups

Partnerships

Image of partnership logos

04 Color

Saline automtive services’s color palette is designed to evoke trust, reliability, and financial clarity, ensuring that every touchpoint reflects our commitment to accuracy and efficiency.

​

Together, these colors create a strong, dependable, and forward-thinking brand identity, ensuring that Redo is instantly recognized as the go-to solution for financial corrections and optimization.

Primary Palette

Gold

Hex: #F2BB40

Blue

Hex: #253D85

White

Hex: #FFFFFF

Sand

Hex: #FAE4BC

Secondary Palette

Navy

Hex: #10284B

Calm

Hex: #E3EEFF

Pop of Blue

Hex: #5DCEF0

Sand

Hex: #F6ECD9

Deep Gold

Hex: #C1964E

Tar

Hex: #000000

Dark Grey

Hex: #5878A3

Tan

Hex: #CC3333

Gradient Palette

Gradient 1

Gradient 2

Gradient 3

Gradient 4

06 Art Direction

Saline Automotive's photography style reinforces our brand’s core values—honest, quality, dependable—by showcasing visuals that reflect professionalism, accuracy, and warmth.

Person sitting on floor working on laptop

Clean & Casual

Photography should feature warm, well-lit shop spaces with a clean and organized feel. The focus should be on clarity, avoiding clutter or overly dramatic compositions.

Person sitting by window working on tablet

Subtle Technology Integration

Photography should include elements of automotive technology—tablets analyzing electric vehicles or mechanics working with modern tools—to highlight Saline Automotive’s tech-driven approach to routine maintenance, fixes, or improvements.

Person sitting on couch working on laptop

Storytelling

Images should capture real-world scenarios—professionals working on vehicles (oil change, tire rotation, etc.), business owners talking with staff or clients, and team members greeting customers. This reinforces Saline Auto’s role in helping helping customer with honest, quality, dependable service, building trust.

Person at standing desk working on laptop

People with Confidence & Focus

Images should capture real-world automotive scenarios—professionals working on vehicles, business owners instructing staff or chatting with customers, and teams discussing strategies. This reinforces Saline Auto’s role in helping customers maintain their vehicles.

Brand Guidelines

This guide defines the visual language, design style, and core principles that ensure a clear and cohesive brand experience across all teams and areas of expertise.

​

At the heart of Saline Automotive Services is a commitment to precision and clarity—reflecting our mission to deliver exceptional service with efficiency and accuracy for every vehicle and customer. Our approach blends the warmth of a close-knit community with the most up-to-date automotive technology, ensuring our clients receive the highest standard of care.

​

This guide establishes the essential design standards that shape our brand, from our color palette and typography to accessibility requirements and documentation protocols.

​

Whether you are creating digital assets or printed materials, these guidelines ensure every touchpoint embodies the trust, efficiency, and forward-thinking spirit that distinguish Saline Automotive Services.

Contents

  1. 01 Brand Strategy

  2. 02 Personality

  3. 03 Logo

  4. 04 Color

  5. 05 Art Direction

01 Brand Strategy

Saline Automotive Services is the go-to full-service shop for busy drivers who value expertise, convenience, and a personal touch. We stand apart through our skilled technicians, advanced diagnostic capabilities, and genuine commitment to customer relationships.

At Saline Automotive Services, we treat every car as if it were our own—combining expertise, technology, and personal care to keep you confidently on the road.

02 Personality

The voice of Saline Automotive Services brings our brand to life in every conversation, whether spoken or written. We believe clear, straightforward communication can transform the auto repair experience—making it simple, stress-free, and reassuring. By using direct, approachable, and transparent language, we help customers feel informed and supported, building trust at every step. Our goal is to give customers the confidence to keep moving forward, knowing their vehicle is in capable hands.

Expert

Honest

Quality

Dependable

Approachable

Tone & Voice

Our Vision: why we exist

To provide expert service, up to date with the newest technology for any automotive needs.

Our Mission: what we do

Honest, dependable, quality, service with a familiar, hometown feel.

Our Promise: how we help

To use familiar, transparent language to inform customers, building trust, through every step.

Sample Copy

Saline Automotive - Mechanics

Are you looking for reliable, honest, and hardworking automotive care? That’s exactly what you’ll find at Saline Automotive—every time your car is serviced or maintained.

Experience the difference.

Saline Automotive - Convenience

For after-hours service, access our drop box located on the west side of the building. We look forward to servicing your vehicle and delivering the outstanding customer service you deserve.

Ready for summer?

Schedule A/C service at your next regular maintenance appointment and drive with comfort and confidence all season long.

Car Brakes Are Essential

Your safety is our top priority, regular brake checks are a simple way to prevent unexpected issues and give you peace of mind every time you drive.

Schedule your brake inspection today.

03 Logo

The Saline Automotive Services logo features bold lettering that evokes the motion of turning tires—capturing a sense of movement, precision, and efficiency. The dynamic design reflects our agility and adaptability in an ever-evolving automotive landscape. Our color palette reinforces trust and clarity: deep blues convey stability and reliability, while striking gold accents pay tribute to our hometown roots.More than just a name, the Saline Automotive Services logo symbolizes our unwavering commitment to transparency, approachability, and speed.

Primary Lockup

Clearspace

Secondary Lockups

Partnerships

Image of partnership logos

04 Color

Saline Automotive Services’ color palette is thoughtfully crafted to convey trust, reliability, and professionalism. Every touchpoint is designed to reflect our dedication to warmth, precision, and efficiency, embodying the small-town hospitality our community values while showcasing our commitment to cutting-edge automotive technology.

​

Together, these colors establish a brand identity that is strong, dependable, and forward-looking, making Saline Automotive Services the trusted choice for automotive repairs and maintenance in Saline, Michigan.

Primary Palette

Gold

Hex: #F2BB40

Blue

Hex: #253D85

White

Hex: #FFFFFF

Sand

Hex: #FAE4BC

Secondary Palette

Navy

Hex: #10284B

Calm

Hex: #E3EEFF

Pop of Blue

Hex: #5DCEF0

Pale Yellow

Hex: #F6ECD9

Deep Gold

Hex: #C1964E

Tar

Hex: #000000

Dark Grey

Hex: #5878A3

Tan

Hex: #CC3333

Gradient Palette

Gradient 1

Gradient 2

Gradient 3

Gradient 4

06 Art Direction

Saline Automotive's photography style reinforces our brand’s core values—honest, quality, dependable—by showcasing visuals that reflect professionalism, accuracy, and warmth.

Person sitting on floor working on laptop

Clean & Casual

Photography should feature warm, well-lit shop spaces with a clean and organized feel. The focus should be on clarity, avoiding clutter or overly dramatic compositions.

Person sitting by window working on tablet

Subtle Technology Integration

Photography should include elements of automotive technology—tablets analyzing electric vehicles or mechanics working with modern tools—to highlight Saline Automotive’s tech-driven approach to routine maintenance, fixes, or improvements.

Person sitting on couch working on laptop

Automotive Storytelling

Images should capture real-world scenarios—professionals working on vehicles (oil change, tire rotation, etc.), business owners talking with staff or clients, and team members greeting customers. This reinforces Saline Auto’s role in helping helping customer with honest, quality, dependable service, building trust.

Person at standing desk working on laptop

People with Confidence & Focus

Images should capture real-world automotive scenarios—professionals working on vehicles, business owners instructing staff or chatting with customers, and teams discussing strategies. This reinforces Saline Auto’s role in helping customers maintain their vehicles.