Category: Auto Repair Franchises
How to Invest in a Franchise: What to Know Before You Buy
The origin of franchising in the U.S. goes back to the mid-1800s when the Singer sewing machine company became the first franchisor. Since then, the industry has grown exponentially. Numbers in 2022 show that by year’s end there will be approximately 792,000 franchise establishments with 17,000 new locations– based on projections from the International Franchise ...
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Auto Repair Industry Trends: 2022 Outlook
This is the time of year when businesses analyze the current state of their industry in the hopes of building on trends for the year ahead. As 2022 begins, the auto repair industry is poised to perform very well, and as someone contemplating an investment in after-market car care, the industry should be extremely attractive. ...
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Transmission Franchise Opportunities: What’s Profitable & Why
Cars are one of the top prized possessions we own. Cars having meaning. They are an expression of who we are, they are all about comfort and convenience and freedom to go anywhere at any time. But let’s pump the brakes a minute. Face it, cars are machines and at some point, they will break ...
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Future of Automotive Franchises – Electronic Vehicles Drive Change
The automotive industry is in for the ride of its life. There are many innovations that are quickly and dramatically changing the marketplace. Due to the demand for reduced emissions, electronic vehicles (EV) are driving big changes in the industry. Learn how this will affect the future of automotive franchises if you are considering being ...
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The Federal Franchise Rule: How It Protects Franchisees
Franchising is a very appealing model to an entrepreneur who has dreams of business ownership but doesn’t want to go it alone. The concept of franchising has been around a long time. Historians say the U.S. business model dates back to the colonies when, in 1731, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Whitmarsh entered into an agreement ...
read moreChoosing a Successful Franchise: Five Things to Look For
If you’re an entrepreneur with aspirations of business ownership, there are many advantages to partnering with a franchise. Rather than going it alone with a startup business, franchising affords you the benefit of business assistance from a brand with a proven model. There is much to be said for owning a franchise business with a ...
read moreChristian Brothers Franchise v. AAMCO: What’s the Difference?
If you’ve been looking into buying an automotive franchise, you may feel a little overwhelmed. After all, there are countless brands in various sectors that provide a wide range of services. So how do you know the right one for you? The key is comparing brands in the area of the automotive aftermarket you feel ...
read moreAutomotive Franchises: 5 Reasons They Drive Success
The automotive industry attracts a wide range of individuals, from those wanting to work with cars to those intending to open their own business. The latter group of entrepreneurs has a variety of options at their disposal, but franchising is one avenue that continues to offer increasing value. Automotive franchises have their own specific ...
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What Makes a Good Franchisee? Five Must-Have Qualities
The beginning of any business venture is an exciting time, with the prospect of long-term success and the understanding of the challenges which lie ahead. But deciding to go into business for yourself is filled with questions as you search for the right fit. That search often leads prospective entrepreneurs to look to franchising as ...
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Parent Company of the AAMCO Franchise Launches “Race to 2026”
Icahn Automotive, parent company of the iconic transmission franchise, is helping young minds find success in the automotive industry AAMCO, the worldwide leader in transmission and complex car repair, has a strong, forward-thinking parent company in Icahn Automotive. There is a crisis in the auto-repair industry due to a lack of qualified technicians entering the ...
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