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Your Automotive Franchise Business Expansion News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in automotive franchising business expansion news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the automotive franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Automotive Franchise Business Expansion NewsHonest-1 Auto Care Unveils Plans to Expand in Indiana, Kentucky and OhioHonest-1 Auto Care has announced plans to open more than 20 new locations throughout Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio during the next 5 to 7 years. Christian Brothers Automotive Opens New Location in WoodwayChristian Brothers Automotive, the automotive repair shop creating a positive “culture shock” in town with its commitment to honesty and integrity, today announced the opening of its newest location at 101 Archway Drive in Woodway, Texas.
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Reports On-Airport Corporate Store OpeningsDollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG) is pleased to announce three corporate location openings. The Company has opened two since January 1, 2012 and has plans for a third location in July. Christian Brothers Automotive Celebrates 100th Opening with First National Facebook PromotionIn celebration of its 100th opening, Christian Brothers Automotive a national faith-based automotive repair franchise, will give away 100 oil changes nationwide over 100 days. Ace Hardware Selects Suffolk, Va., For New East Coast Re-distribution CenterAce Hardware Corporation has selected Suffolk, Va., for the companys new 336,000-square foot Import ReDistribution Center (RDC). J.D. Byrider opens Opelika locationOpelika-area residents have another option for purchasing used cars now that a new J.D. Byrider is open at 505 Columbus Pkwy. Buy here pay here leader J.D. Byrider opens Little Rock-area dealershipLittle Rock-area residents have another option for purchasing used cars now that a new J.D. Byrider dealership is open at 6055 Landers Road in Sherwood. The 25,000-square-foot location offers used car sales, on-site financing, a service department and a c Racing Limos America Takes First Steps to Opening in CanadaRacing Limos America, Inc., a subsidiary of Atlas Technology Group (OTC: ATYG), announces it has commenced application for opening franchise locations in Canada. Volvo Rents 'Digging' Its Way Into Western PennsylvaniaVolvo Rents announces the acquisition of Equipment Rental Services, LLC, a single location construction equipment rental company based in Burgettstown, PA. Eaglerider Rolls Into CozumelEagleRider, the world’s largest motorcycle rental and tour company, is expanding in Mexico and now has a new location in Cozumel. Honest-1 Auto Care Announces Signed Franchise Agreement to Open First Location in North CarolinaHonest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, today announced the signing of a franchise agreement with local entrepreneur Erik Rhyne to open a location in Gre J.D. Byrider Opens Second Houston LocationHouston-area residents have another option for purchasing used cars now that a new J.D. Byrider location is open at 11222 Southwest Freeway. Waterless Car Wash? ecowash mobile Franchise Set to Clean Up U.S. MarketA car wash that uses no water? A concept that at first sounds borderline impossible is fast becoming a reality around the world, and America is its next big stop. Precision Tune Auto Care signs agreement with Nigerian Company to open stores in Nigeria and GhanaPrecision Auto Care, Inc. (Pink Sheets: PACIPK) signed a master franchise agreement with senior executives of Linkup Global Concept Limited RC (Nigeria) giving that firm's affiliate, Precision Tune Auto Care (Nigeria) Company Limited, a license to open... Glass Repair and Replacement Business Celebrates OpeningThe Glass Doctor(R) of South Mississippi franchise owned by Steve Kennedy is now open for business and ready to "fix your panes." Volvo Rents Opens East Region Office, Announces Management Team to Support GrowthTo support its rapid growth, Volvo Rents, a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, announces the opening of an East Region Office and appointment of a new management team. Christian Brothers Automotive Announces Support for Veterans with Financial IncentivesChristian Brothers Automotive Corporation, the national automotive repair chain known for creating a ″positive culture shock″ in the automotive segment, announced today the launch of a $12,500 financial discount to help military veterans open. Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Reports Franchise Openings in the First QuarterDollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG) today announced that after opening 23 U.S. and Canada franchise locations in 2011, it has opened an additional seven U.S. locations in the first quarter of 2012. RNR Custom Wheels & Tires Opens Three New Store LocationsThe country may be suffering from one of the weakest economies in decades, but that hasn't stopped RNR Custom Wheels & Tire franchises from expanding. RNR Custom Wheels & Tires, LLC a retail and rent-to-own custom wheel and tire franchise, announc J.D. Byrider Opens Richmond LocationRichmond-area residents have another option for purchasing used cars now that a new J.D. Byrider location opened March 1 at 7400 Midlothian Turnpike in Richmond.
Racing Limos America Receives Letter of Intent for Miami FranchiseRacing Limos America, Inc., a subsidiary of Atlas Technology Group (OTC:ATYG.PK), announces it has received a Letter of Intent from an interstate group for the purchase of the Miami, FL franchise location. Honest-1 Auto Care Revs Up the New Year with Nationwide Growth PlansThe national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise, which is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, is speeding into 2012 with high-performance franchise growth plans. Man Trades In 20 Year Desk Job for "Pathetic Medic" Auto FranchiseNo more cubicles with sticky notes, asking for time off, or hanging around the company water cooler. Canadian Tire Unveils New Benchmark for the Automotive Shopping and Service ExperienceTo further establish its position as Canada's automotive authority, Canadian Tire today unveiled a new automotive retail concept at the Bowmanville location. Local Glass Services Business Ready to Fix Your PanesThe Glass Doctor® of the Colorado Rockies franchise, owned by Dan Osborne and Sam Shalhoub is now ready to "fix your panes." Volvo Rents 'Digging' Its Way Into PhoenixVolvo Rents announces the acquisition of Pape Rents, a single location construction equipment rental company located at 3820 E. Winslow Avenue in Phoenix, Arizona. J.D. Byrider Opens Oak Lawn LocationOak Lawn residents have another option for purchasing used cars now that a new J.D. Byrider location is open at 9121 Cicero Ave. Volvo Rents opens new rental center in Rockford, ILJack Moser, President/CEO of McAllister Equipment Co., has opened a Volvo Rents franchise at 5958 Columbia Parkway in Rockford, IL. Tint World Franchise Announces New Store Opening in Fort Lauderdale, FloridaAutomotive franchise, Tint World, holds strong influence in Florida and will grow further with the recent opening of a new auto styling center located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Interstate All Battery Center Celebrates 100th LocationOn the heels of a record-setting month of franchisee signings, Interstate Batteries Franchise and Development, the franchisor of Interstate All Battery Center (IABC), announces the signing of its 100th retail location. Racing Limos America to Open Indianapolis LocationRacing Limos America, Inc., a subsidiary of Atlas Technology Group (OTC:ATYG), announces it will be opening the Indianapolis location sometime in mid 2012. EagleRider Now Offers Harley-Davidson and Scooter Rentals in Myrtle BeachEagleRider, the world's largest motorcycle rental and touring company, is excited to announce the grand opening of its first location in South Carolina. Volvo Rents Opens West Region Office, Announces Management Team to Support GrowthTo support its rapid growth, Volvo Rents, a worldwide provider of small-to-medium sized construction equipment, announces the opening of a West Region Office and appointment of a new management team. Honest-1 Auto Care Announces Signing of Franchise Agreement in Cottage GroveHonest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA™ Certified Eco-Friendly, today announced the signing of a franchise development agreement with Paski Paskaradevan to open a new location Volvo Rents ‘Digging’ Its Way Into BraintreeAnchored by an increase in local construction spending that is projected to total more than $25 billion between 2012 and 2016 in the Boston market, Volvo Rents is looking to grab a bigger piece of the construction equipment rental pie that is currently... Milex Complete Auto Care Center gives Frederick Drivers Something To Honk AboutFor over 40 years consumers have known to "Bring Your Car to Milex" for complete auto care – and now residents of Frederick can do the same thing. Battery Giant Celebrates Grand Opening of First Franchise Store in ArizonaBattery Giant Franchise, LLC celebrated the official grand opening of Arizona’s first franchise store on Saturday, December 10, 2011. ABRA Auto Body & Glass Continues ExpansionABRA Auto Body & Glass Expands Franchise Operations into Fort Dodge, Iowa. Creative Colors International Opens New Franchise Location In Fort Payne, ALCreative Colors International (CCI) announces the opening of its newest franchise servicing the tristate area which includes Fort Payne, Gadsden, Guntersville, Albertville, Rome, and Chattanooga. J.D. Byrider opens five new locations in two months; eight so far in 2011J.D. Byrider, the nation's largest franchised used car sales and finance business, opened five new dealerships in the last two months, for a total of eight new stores so far in 2011. J.D. Byrider now has 132 locations in 30 states. Pro Fleet Care Keeps on GrowingPro Fleet Care franchising, announces the addition of Sonia and Andrew Holder of Mississauga, Ontario, to their ever growing family of rust control franchisees. Honest-1 Auto Care 'Drives' Into PrincetonHonest 1 Auto Care, the only national full service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA Certified Eco Friendly, announces the signing of a franchise agreement with local entrepreneur Barry Lasher to open a location in Princeton, N Eaglerider Rolls Into AmsterdamEagleRider, the world's largest motorcycle rental and touring company, announced the opening of its newest location in Holland, just outside Amsterdam, the Dutch capitol. The new location will be owned by local entrepreneurs Anne Tattersall and Andre Hoff First Glass Doctor(R) Franchise in South Dakota Now OpenThe Glass Doctor(R) of Sioux Falls franchise owned by Justin and Jennifer Eimers is now open for business and ready to "fix your panes.(R)" CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts Adds Seven New Store Locations to the CARSTAR Nation This SummerThis spring and summer, seven of the country's top independent collision centers around the country have joined the CARSTAR Nation to provide their customers and community members even better service and support. Glass Services Business Ready to "Fix Your Panes"The Glass Doctor(R) of Lubbock franchise owned by Chris and Stacy Bost is ready to "fix your panes" and celebrate its grand opening this Saturday from 2 – 4 p.m. with a windshield tent event. Glass Doctor(R) of Ramsey Opens Doors March 27Glass Doctor of Ramsey will host an open house to educate current and potential customers in Bergen County about windows and windshields at its newly renovated facility at 75 Orchard St. |
Features & Special ReportsAnatomy of a Turnaround: Bennigan's Reclaims The Integrity of An IconEveryone loves a good comeback story, and I am honored and humbled to be at the helm of a classic turnaround tale. Growth Machine: Anil Yadav Shows No Signs Of Slowing DownAnil Yadav has graced the pages (and one cover) of Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine twice before. 5 Key Mobile Marketing Strategies for FranchisesFor franchise marketers, mobile marketing is now paramount to a successful online strategy. MarketingSherpa: Marketing Wisdom for 2012In case you missed it (and when it comes to marketing and social media there's plenty to keep up on), MarketingSherpa published its Wisdom Report, "Marketing Wisdom for 2012" earlier this year. Time For Benchmarking: All That's Needed Is The WillI am convinced that someday the franchising community will finally get around to unleashing its biggest competitive strength: unit predictability. Improving the Speed and Effectiveness of Your Responses to ProspectsWe asked two franchise marketing pros what they're doing to provide more timely - and relevant - responses to prospect inquiries. Social Media Roundup - May 2012Here are four reasons local business marketers should continue to use the Yellow Pages. Health-Scare Reform: "There's Still More That We Don't Know Than We Do."Since national health care reform was signed into law in March 2010, it has generated strong reaction from multi-unit franchisees and small-business owners across the nation. The Customer Within: Provide Coworkers With The Best Service PossibleWhen we talk about customer service, we usually think about how we deal with the people who walk through our doors--both physical and virtual--to purchase our products and services. Do It Now: 3 Easy Ways To Stop Procrastinating TodayProcrastination is like a virus. It creeps up on you slowly, drains you of energy, and is difficult to get rid of if your resistance is low. 
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