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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 NewsBattery Giant to Continue Focus on Green Battery Recycling EffortsEntering its fourth year in business, Battery Giant Franchise, LLC announces its commitment to continue their focus on enhancing the company’s green battery recycling efforts in 2012. Tint World Franchise Corporate Entourage Provides New Exciting Product Coverage of SEMA Show 2011Tint World corporate entourage of representatives attended the 2011 SEMA Show where they explored new possibilities for product offerings, reconnected with vendor relationships, and researched technological advancements in the auto styling industry. Give the Gift of Snap-on this Holiday SeasonWhether for the serious professional or the do-it-yourselfer, the 2011 Snap-on(R) Holiday Gift Guide offers something for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Matco Tools and LiveWallet Launch The Matco Tools Prepaid MasterCard(R) by LiveWalletTMMatco Tools showed off its newest power tool, the Matco Tools Prepaid MasterCard(R) by LiveWalletTM, this past weekend at the NHRA Arizona Nationals at Firebird International Raceway. The Volvo PL3005D is a modern pipelayer for the modern industryThe patented design of the Volvo PL3005D pipelayer represents a major technological advancement when compared to traditional sideboom dozer based pipelayers. Jiffy Lube Streamlines Car Care with New iPhone AppJiffy Lube International, Inc. today releases its new iPhone application that puts convenience and education back into car care by giving drivers the ability to store and organize vital vehicle information in the palm of their hand. Additionally, the "app Major home appliances now available at Canadian Tire stores nationwideStarting today, Canadian Tire stores across the country now offer Inglis® refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, and cooking ranges as well as Amana® freezers and microwaves, at competitive prices. Dollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental Now Offer Handicap-Accessible Minivans in Central TexasDollar Rent a Car and Thrifty Car Rental, subsidiaries of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG), recently expanded their rental offerings in Central Texas to include minivans that will fully meet the transportation needs of physically-challeng Jiffy 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. First ACE Hardware Location Goes Green with Green Earth TechnologiesACE Hardware in Celebration, Fla. is officially the place for green. Green Earth Technologies (Pink Sheets:GETG) today announced this location of the trusted, national retailer of equipment for the home, garden, and garage will be the first to carry... 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 ReportsCreating a Cost-Effective Lead Generation StrategyFor many franchisors, the traditional advertising vehicles - portals, print advertising, PR, and broker networks - do not appear to be working as effectively as they were five years ago. New Highlights from the 2012 AFDRIn the previous two issues of FUSR, we published (1) a high-level overview of the 2012 Annual Franchise Development Report (AFDR), followed by (2) a selection of highlights from the report. Finding Your Optimal Buyer: Sellers Must Learn To Look Beyond PriceWhen sellers are contemplating a decision regarding the sale of their business, they overwhelmingly select the bidder with the highest price, only to find afterward that this might not have been the best decision for their circumstances. The Four Steps to Lead Generation Success, Part 4: Wow 'Em!This fourth installment builds on those ideas, showing how you can "wow" your candidates and the importance of how you present your concept to them. The Winner's Column - February 2012As savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in a volatile economy, FUSR continues to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, innovating, and continuing to grow, whether domestically or overseas. Jim Collins to Keynote 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising ConferenceMulti-Unit Franchisee Magazine announced today that Jim Collins, business expert and best-selling author, will deliver the opening keynote address at the 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC). Growing Up Franchising: Sam Covelli Develops Both His Brands And EmployeesSam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Under his father's leadership, Covelli Enterprises eventually grew to 26 locations, one of the largest McDonald's franchisees in the country. Members Only: Ray Harrigill Builds A Successful Membership-Based Business ModelRay Harrigill believes in diversification. His Sunray Companies has restaurants (Bumpers Drive-In), tanning salons (Palm Beach Tan), fitness centers (Koko FitClub), and hotel properties (Hampton Inn), to name a few. That's because of lessons he's learned along the way. Creating Jobs: Zane Tankel Is Taking Matters Into His Own HandsZane Tankel is not waiting on any government job programs to help his business. CMO Roundtable - Using Profiling to Retain More CustomersWhat are some fresh, innovative ways you are using profiling, targeting,<br /> and loyalty programs to acquire and retain more customers? 
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