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Precision Tune Auto Care is the right franchising concept
for the times.
Precision Tune Auto Care began as a small tune-up shop in Beaumont, TX and has grown to 380 service centers operating in 7 countries. We are a recognized world leader in the automotive service industry. Our service centers provide diagnostics, scheduled maintenance and auto repairs. Our brand proposition can best be described as a successful combination of "customer care" and "car care" services. On top of all that, higher gas prices work to our advantage as people are servicing and repairing their vehicles instead of purchasing new ones.
Of course, our franchisees have played a major role in the success of Precision Tune Auto Care. To help our franchisees operate successfully and to meet the challenges of today's marketplace, we provide them with proven operating systems giving them every opportunity to succeed. Our value proposition includes (but is not limited to) the following:
 30+ Years of International Franchise Success
- World Class Management, Sales & Technical Training
- Turn-Key Marketing & Advertising Programs
- National Vendor Partnerships
- Proven Proprietary POS System
- 24/7 Intranet Community
- National & Local Support
- Powerful Brand Proposition
- Proven Business Model
- Continuous Research & Development
Automotive Industry Facts:
- The “specialty” automotive aftermarket is the fastest growing franchise category, with a 2-5% growth per year.1
- In 2007, the US motor vehicle aftermarket expanded 4% to $285.5 billion.1
- There are 221 million serviceable vehicles on the U.S. roadways today. 5
- Every year, $60+ billion in vehicle maintenance goes unperformed. 5
- The average consumer spends $400 per year on automotive diagnostics, scheduled maintenance and repair.2
- The average age of vehicles continues to increase, with passenger cars increasing from 8.7 years (1997) to 10.4 years (2007). Light Trucks increased from 8.3 years to 9.0 years in the same time period. 1
- The DIFM (Do It For Me) market continues to grow; automotive service facilities are capturing $8 out of every $10 being spent on auto care.3
- 89% of female motorists are involved in the decision to purchase maintenance and repairs; more than 2/3 take the vehicle in for service themselves.4
Sources: 1AAIA Aftermarket Fact Book 2009; 2Packaged Facts (1999), a publication of Kalorama Information, LLC; 3AAA Analysis Report (2004); 4AAIA Female Motorist Study (2004); 5AAIA Aftermarket Fact Book 2004/2005
Support:
- You're never on your own when you partner with Precision Tune Auto Care. New partners work closely with a team of experienced professionals. Most of the U.S. is supported by our Area Developer Network (Area Developers) providing local guidance and support with marketing, operations, sales management and training - starting on day one. Areas that do not have an Area Developer currently are supported by the corporate team.
- Partners can stay plugged into success by accessing our dynamic private Intranet site, MYPTZONE, which provides immediate access to advertising artwork, operations bulletins, technical updates and training materials. It also features our company and marketing news, as well as forums where Precision Tune Auto Care partners can discuss key business issues or concerns with fellow franchisees as well as the Area Developers and Corporate management team.
- Location is a key factor for success. Precision Tune Auto Care provides assistance including analysis of the local market, traffic counts and a breakdown of competition. Additional support may include acquisition and construction planning, as well as management issues. Precision Tune Auto Care will be happy to consider any viable market in the world. Just contact us to discuss your preferred location or area. Remember, Precision Tune Auto Care has both domestic and international opportunities available Required Skills:
- An understanding of business management principles (such as how to complete and review a P&L statement) is a must.
- We'd like you to be involved as an owner-operator in the management of the shop, as that gives Precision Tune Auto Care a competitive edge.
- A retail/customer-focused grounded in ethics will assist you in motivating your team to deliver a positive customer experience. It's all about respect.
- A successful franchisee also possesses proven management skills, leadership ability, vision and an appetite for growth.
Minimum financial requirements:
$150,000 net worth, $70,000 to $90,000 liquid.
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