September 09, 2010
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Your Automotive Franchise Product Announcement News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in automotive franchising product announcement 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 Product Announcement NewsJiffy Lube(R) Puts Drivers on the Road to Savings with New Rewards ProgramJiffy Lube(R) today announced the launch of Jiffy Lube Rewards(SM), a new program that reinforces the company's appreciation of customers who rely on Jiffy Lube for their vehicle maintenance needs. The program provides added value and cost savings to... New From Snap-on: A Better Impact SystemSnap-on's new 3/8" Drive Impact Wrench (MG325) and Flank Drive(R) impact swivel sockets will be the talk of the bay, the motorcycle shop and the snowmobile repair facility. In fact, this state-of-the art, multi-faceted tool and Snap-on's seven-piece... Ride Your Harley This Winter!Motorcyclists who are tired of the cold and snow this winter will be happy to hear EagleRider, the world's largest motorcycle rental company, announced a beautifully warm Baja California motorcycle tour and adventure for Harley-Davidson,... Snap-on Tools - Gifts Guaranteed to FitIt can be the most wonderful time of the year, especially if that special DIYer in your life gets something from Snap-on Tools for the holidays. From the 100-piece General Service Set to the 3/8" Ratchet with Dual 80(R) Technology, Snap-on has the... EagleRider Expands Rental Line-Up With Vespa ScootersEagleRider, the world's largest motorcycle rental company, is proud to announce the addition of the Piaggio and Vespa Scooter line to their existing line-up of Harley-Davidson®, Honda, and BMW motorcycles available for rent. Advantage Rent A Car Offers 400 Miles per Day to Delta SkyMiles MembersDelta Air Lines SkyMiles members who rent a car from Advantage Rent A Car between October 1 and December 31, 2008, can earn double frequent flyer miles. Advantage Rent A Car Answers the Age-Old Question: 'Yes, It Pays to Get Older'Advantage Rent A Car is rolling out its new Senior Advantage car rental program that has customers excited about reaching their golden years more than ever. DOLLAR(R) and Thrifty Car Rental Offer Savings in Florida With Rates That Include Prepaid TollsDollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental, subsidiaries of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG), are clearing the road of obstacles this fall, enabling customers to blow through leaves and toll booths -- legally, we might add. Janice Bunch Promoted to VP/General Manager at Advantage Rent A CarAdvantage Rent A Car recently announced that Janice Bunch has been promoted to a newly created position of Vice President/General Manager, San Antonio Corporate Operations. New Jiffy Lube(R) Fleet Card Delivers Convenience and Time-Savings to Fleet DriversJiffy Lube today launched the new Jiffy Lube(R) Fleet Card, which offers fleet customers a more convenient solution to ensure their drivers get in, out, and on their way during their Jiffy Lube(R) preventive maintenance experience. PDA Institutes Audit Program to Ensure High Quality Standards NationallyDemonstrating its commitment to providing highly personalized service, reduced turnaround time and decreased claim severity averages, PDA -- the largest automobile appraisal and inspection service network in the industry... DOLLAR(R) Launches New Service for Mobile DevicesDollar Rent A Car, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG), has unveiled a new mobile service that allows travelers to make a reservation with DOLLAR.com, the company's award-winning Web site, anywhere using a cell phone or... Dollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental Offer Savings in Florida With Rates That Include Prepaid TollsDollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental, subsidiaries of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG), are taking the stress out of summer travel in Florida.
Vehicle Tracking Solutions Launches New Website, www.vtsn.comVehicle Tracking Solutions (VTS), a Long Island based fleet management provider, recently launched their new website, www.vtsn.com. Thrifty Car Rental Rolls Prepaid Tolls Into Rental Rates in Florida With Special PromotionThrifty Car Rental, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG) is minimizing the stress that takes a toll on globetrotting travelers. DOLLAR(R) Offers Savings in Florida With Rates That Include Prepaid TollsDollar Rent A Car, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG), is minimizing the stress that takes a toll on globetrotting travelers. All I Want for Christmas is ... an Oil Change!Having a hard time deciding on stocking stuffers for family and friends? Worried that your child isn't taking proper care of the family car at college? Unsure when your parents last had the oil changed? Still hunting for your Secret Santa gift? AAMCO Unveils Eco-Green Initiative to Promote Cleaner Running Cars and CentersAAMCO, the world's largest chain of transmission service centers, today introduced Eco-Green Auto Service Certification, a new program designed to protect the environment, reduce vehicle emissions, and promote alternative fuels among the thousands of moto |
Features & Special ReportsFamily Friendly: A case study on family-run franchisingFamily-run franchise operations can offer a blessing, or a curse. An example of the blessing would be the close relationships and high degree of trust that exists in many families. In this case, success generally follows. But an example of the curse of family-run franchises could be the inability to separate business from family. That could be a serious problem after 5:00 and on weekends. Still, many families find the attraction of working together a strong pull and the results can be quite productive. Families like Ed Doherty's are a perfect example.< Mentor-Motivated: Two Key Individuals have Inspired Jerry HeathTwo people have figured prominently in Jerry Heath's career. The first is his father, who helped bankroll him when he started out in franchising. The second is Steve Jackson, the president of Hungry Howie's Pizza, who began mentoring Heath at an impressionable age (12). Stop the Bleeding: What Franchisors can do to Help Struggling FranchiseesTwo years of tight credit and reduced consumer spending not only have left many franchisees reeling, they've also put a serious crimp in their franchisors' royalty streams. We asked workout professionals and bankruptcy attorneys experienced in franchising what franchisors can do to help turn around their distressed franchisees--without spending precious funds or getting themselves into legal hot water. Franchising With Family Members Can Be Fraught With Danger Or Filled With SuccessIt can be difficult enough to get a franchise up and running on your own, or with other operational and investing partners, but it can be downright arduous if family members are involved in the deal. But that's the route some franchisees take and when done properly this management model can provide years of personal and professional harmony. But there are some secrets to making it work. Go in unprepared and you could break up a business and a family. The Winner's ColumnAs savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in this challenging economy, FUSR will continue to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, and continuing to grow despite the economy - maybe even because of it. And, as the U.S. struggles through its "jobless recovery," growth-oriented franchisors continue to look overseas for expansion opportunities. Sales Intelligence for Superior Performance, Part 2Aggressive growth companies measure the performance of their sales personnel just as they do their advertising. With high recruitment expenses you can't afford mediocre selling performance, which costs dearly in lost franchise deals. A policyholder survey by Prudential Insurance revealed that the greatest influencing factor in the buying process is the sales person. Turning Around Struggling FranchiseesTwo years of tight credit and reduced consumer spending have left many franchisees reeling and put a serious crimp in franchisors' royalty streams. Workout professionals and bankruptcy attorneys experienced in franchising discuss what franchisors can do to help turn around distressed units - without spending scarce funds or getting themselves into legal hot water. New Gift Card Regulations Kicked in August 22ndLast year when President Obama signed the Credit Card Act of 2009 (the Act") into law, the nation's attention largely focused on those provisions of the law that aim to change the way credit card companies do business with consumers. However, since the Act imposes requirements on gift card issuers, it also changed the way many retailers and franchise companies will do business with consumers. Strong Cultures Sell More Franchises!Every franchise organization has a culture, the same way every person has a personality. If your franchise brand is serious about growth and development, ask yourself these two questions: 1) Does our franchise system have a strong, positive culture?; and 2) Is it a culture that promotes selling franchises? Special Operations: Franchising in a Strange LandOpening franchise units in nontraditional locations has been the domain of specialists--but not anymore. With the economy still slumping, lending still tight, and suburban expansion at a standstill, many multi-unit franchisees are exploring the viability of sites such as airports, hotels, colleges, senior centers, highway rest stops, hospitals, and military bases.
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