1-800 RADIATOR Franchise News

Local Military Officer Returns Home to Open New York's Fourth 1-800 Radiator Outlet New York, NY--(Marketwire) - Recently, 1-800 Radiator opened their fourth New York outlet. The warehouse is located in Central Square and will serve the majority of central New York. This includes Syracuse, Rome/Utica, Watertown, Auburn, and the surrounding cities. The central New York warehouse is owned and operated by Thomas Wick, and Mike Middleton.

1-800 Radiator provides auto shops and individual automobile owners with radiators delivered directly to the doors of their businesses and homes. With over 330 warehouses located in major U.S. cities this delivery never takes long, many customers can get these parts within a couple hours of placing their order...

BENICIA, Calif., Feb. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- 1-800-Radiator, the only franchise distributor of aftermarket cooling parts in North America, currently has eleven start-up franchise locations for sale in North America. The company currently has a total of 244 franchise locations with owner-operators servicing targeted geographical areas and providing customers with a high level of personalized service. Plans are to grow to no larger than a total of 255 sites.

United States opportunities are currently available in: Elizabeth NJ; Lafayette, LA; Macon, GA; Scranton, PA and Youngstown, OH.

Opportunities in Canada are available in: Halifax, NS; Kelowna/Kamloops, BC; Saskatoon/Regina, SK; Victoria, BC and Winnipeg, MB.

"The automotive aftermarket is an excellent opportunity in today's economy," says 1-800-Radiator CEO Mike Rippey...

Local Businessman Kevin Tucker Brings Home Delivered Auto Parts to South Dallas Dallas, TX--(Marketwire - October 17, 2008) - Last week local businessman Kevin Tucker opened 1-800 Radiator of South Dallas. The family owned parts distribution hub is part of a growing network of franchise warehouses opening under the 1-800 Radiator umbrella. From Tucker's store, customers will receive same-day delivery of high quality automotive radiators and cooling components. The distribution center will serve repair shops, collision centers, automobile dealerships, retail auto parts stores and individual car owners in South Dallas, Desoto, Lancaster, Cedar Hill, Waxahachie, Ennis, Hillsboro, Duncanville, and Balch Springs. Retail "do-it-yourself" customers will be reached via Yellow Page ads, the Internet, and by calling 1-800 Radiator...

David Sanderson Uses Experience in the Army and the Work Force to Open Self Owned Auto Parts Distribution Center

WILMINGTON, OH--(Marketwire - June 24, 2008) - Last week was David Sanderson's first full week as a 1-800 Radiator franchise owner. It was also the first week that 1-800 Radiator's services were available in Chilicothe and the surrounding areas in Ohio. David is using his history as an Army infantryman and experience in the insurance business to operate his franchise with a strong leadership style and great customer service.

1-800 Radiator's signature service is the delivery of competitively priced auto parts directly to the homes or auto shops of the persons that order them. Individual car owners who are in the process of replacing a radiator appreciate the company's knowledgeable phone representatives and excellent service...

Dan Cronin Opens 1-800 Radiator Warehouse in Worcester, the Distribution Center Will Compliment His Brother's 1-800 Radiator Location in Manchester, New Hampshire

WORCESTER, MA--(Marketwire - June 11, 2008) - This Monday Dan Cronin opens 1-800 Radiator of Worcester for business. This is the second outlet owned and operated by the Cronin family. Dan's brother Justin is the owner of 1-800 Radiator's outlet in Manchester, New Hampshire. Dan started working at his brother's outlet in Manchester last September. By opening his own outlet he increases his stake in 1-800 Radiator and joins Justin as a franchise owner.

Dan's experience working in the Manchester warehouse franchise means that operating his own warehouse will not be a big leap...

BENICIA, Calif., June 4 /PRNewswire/ -- 1-800-Radiator, an auto-parts distribution franchise and the largest independent auto parts distributor in the nation, today announced its purchase of B&B Radiator, a family-owned and operated automotive cooling parts business in North Texas and the Houston area since 1972. The Texas company also owns a muffler shop, B&B Muffler, which was not part of the sale.

During its thirty-six years in business, B&B Radiator had seven locations. At the time of sale, it had 44 employees most of whom have been retained by 1-800-Radiator.

B&B owner Larry Boatright said he is selling the radiator shops to give himself the opportunity to pursue other interests.

The B&B purchase adds to 1-800-Radiator's presence in the Texas market...

June 03, 2008 // Franchising.com // - IDG's CIO magazine today announced today that 1-800-Radiator is one of the recipients of the prestigious 2008 CIO 100 award. The 21st annual award program recognizes organizations around the world that exemplify the highest level of operational and strategic excellence in information technology (IT).

"The CIO 100 honors organizations that have used technology in innovative ways to generate value to the business," said Abbie Lundberg, Editor in Chief of CIO magazine. "Unlike other top lists, it's not just about who's biggest -- it's about who's doing the most interesting and relevant things."

"1-800-Radiator's number one goal is to provide our franchisees with systems they need to successfully grow their franchise territories...

BENICIA, Calif., March 13 /PRNewswire/ -- 1-800-Radiator, an auto-parts distribution franchise and the largest independent auto parts distributor in the nation, today announced its second purchase in a week of an automotive cooling parts business with the acquisition of AAA Radiator Warehouse, in San Diego, CA. Earlier this week 1-800-Radiator announced the purchase of New York's two Tri-US Radiator locations.

"Our business is in growth mode," said Mike Rippey CEO of 1-800-Radiator. "We are expanding rapidly throughout the U.S. With the purchase of AAA Radiator and the Tri-US locations in New York, we strengthen our presence on both the east and west coasts."

For the past 29 years, AAA Radiator Warehouse was a family-owned and operated company with both retail and wholesale divisions...

BENICIA, Calif., March 12 /PRNewswire/ -- 1-800-Radiator, an auto-parts distribution franchise and the largest independent auto parts distributor in the nation, today announced it has acquired Tri-US Auto Radiator, a family-owned and operated automotive cooling parts business with locations in Long Island and Jamaica, New York. Tri-US had been in business for 49 years and had approximately $3 million in sales.

The purchase of Tri-US increases our presence in the New York market and meets our long-term expansion plans. We look forward to serving Tri-US Auto Radiator's customers and to providing them with the same top-level service that they are accustomed to," said Mike Rippey, CEO of 1-800-Radiator.

Entrepreneur magazine recently named 1-800-Radiator as the 37th fastest-growing franchise in the nation in their Annual Franchise 500(R) rankings for 2008...

Tara Priddle's Parts Distribution Center Serves Ft. Wayne, Defiance and Lima

FT. WAYNE, IN--(Marketwire - February 8, 2008) - 1-800 Radiator recently opened their sixth Indiana outlet. The fast growing part distributor's new outlet will serve Fort Wayne and the surrounding areas. Local businesswoman Tara Priddle owns and operates the outlet with the help of her brother, Ryan Walsh. With the opening the brother-sister team brings 1-800 Radiator's signature same-day delivery and lifetime warranty to customers in Ft. Wayne and the surrounding communities.

Auto shops and do-it-yourselfers replaced approximately six million radiators last year. 1-800 Radiator delivers brand new radiators to these customers within a couple of hours, and at competitive pricing...

Family Owned Radiator Sales Center Will Deliver Radiators to Windsor, London, Chatham, Sarnia and the Surrounding Communities

WINDSOR, ON--(Marketwire - January 28, 2008) - Today saw the opening of 1-800 Radiator's third Ontario warehouse. The locally owned franchise is located in Windsor. Rob Mouzas, a local businessman with a strong background in account management, owns and operates the parts distribution hub. From Windsor, Rob will deliver radiators to London, Chatham, Sarnia, Lasalle Wallaceburg, Leamington, Essex, St. Thomas, and nearby cities.

1-800 Radiator's basic service is the same-day delivery of high-quality radiators to auto shops and individual vehicle owners in need of a radiator replacement. In recent years, the company has expanded its services, the company now offers a variety of cooling components from over 200 locations in Canada and the United States...

Auto Parts Distribution Outlet to Serve Much of Northeast Texas

WHITE OAK, TX--(Marketwire - January 16, 2008) - 1-800 Radiator's 21st Texas outlet will open for business on Monday, January 21st in White Oak under the ownership of Tim Tyl, a local businessman with a background in sales and service to the mining and construction industries. The parts distribution franchise will serve Northeast Texas, including Longview, Tyler, Texarkana, Marshall, Mt. Pleasant, Paris and Nacogdoches.

1-800 Radiator made their mark on the auto parts industry by delivering brand new radiators and other automotive cooling components to auto shops and do-it-yourselfers. They set themselves apart from similar services by delivering many of these radiators within several hours and guaranteeing each part for life...

CALGARY, AB--(Marketwire - October 4, 2007) - This week 1-800 Radiator opened their second Canadian 1-800 Radiator outlet. This fast-growing part distributor's new warehouse is located in Calgary and will serve Calgary and the surrounding areas. The locally owned and operated franchise brings 1-800 Radiator's signature same-day delivery and lifetime warranty to Alberta for the first time.

Auto shops and do-it-yourselfers replaced approximately six million radiators each year. 1-800 Radiator delivers brand new radiators to these customers within a couple of hours, and at competitive pricing. This inventive business plan has allowed 1-800 Radiator to dominate the market on automotive cooling accessories and bring their services to dozens of previously untouched territories...

Local Entrepreneur and National Parts Distributor Bring High-Quality, Competitively Priced Radiators to Battle Creek

BATTLE CREEK, MI--(Marketwire - September 13, 2007) - Recently, 1-800 Radiator increased their stake in the franchise industry with the opening of their seventh outlet in Michigan. The quickly growing parts distributor has over 150 locations across the country and plans to add 100 more locations in the next year. The Battle Creek outlet is managed by Duane Gunn, and his family. It will serve Battle Creek, Kalamazoo, Benton Harbor, and the Lake Michigan lakeshore.

Duane first learned about the franchise opportunities afforded by 1-800 Radiator when his wife's car overheated and he found himself in need of a new radiator...

Flint Location Is the Company's Seventh in Michigan

FLINT, MI--(Marketwire - August 20, 2007) - Auto parts distributor 1-800 Radiator recently opened their seventh Michigan location. The outlet is located in Flint and owned by Flint's own Rick Lee. Lee brings 1-800 Radiator's same-day delivery of radiators and cooling components to the Flint area and achieves his own goal of starting his own small business.

1-800 Radiator delivers brand new radiators to auto shop owners and retail customers within a couple of hours of when the customer places their order and at competitive pricing. Their lifetime warranty and a reputation for providing great service have helped the company to dominate the radiator market. The company has grown rapidly, in fact, since they began franchising in 2004 the company has more than tripled their locations...

Tony and Melanie Soto Launch 1-800 Radiator's Sixteenth Location in the State of Texas

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX--(Marketwire) - 1-800 Radiator recently opened their sixteenth distribution hub in Texas. The fast growing part distributor's new outlet will serve Corpus Christi and the surrounding locations. Tony Soto, a local businessman with a history in automotive management and sales, owns the outlet and operates it with his wife, Melanie Soto. The outlet is one of over 150 1-800 Radiator locations across the nation. With its opening, the Sotos bring 1-800 Radiator's signature same-day delivery and lifetime warranty to customers in the Evansville area.

Auto shops and do-it-yourselfers replace over six million radiators each year...

NEW HAVEN, CT--(Marketwire - August 8, 2007) - Last week 1-800 Radiator brought their signature same day delivery and personalized service to New Haven and the surrounding areas. The national auto parts distribution franchise specializes in radiators and other automotive cooling components. Their New Haven outlet is owned and operated by Jon Hiltz and his family.

1-800 Radiator provides vehicle owners and auto repair shops with brand new radiators and a/c condensers delivered directly to the doors of their businesses and homes. The company has over 150 locations across the United States, each managed by a local owner such as Jon Hiltz. The combination of 1-800 Radiator's buying power and the high standard of service upheld by the individual owners creates a unique buying experience for customers nationwide...

Summerville Location to Serve Charleston, Summerville, and the Surrounding Cities

CHARLESTON, SC--(Marketwire - July 12, 2007) - In Charleston this Monday Jay Fincher, a local businessman, opened automotive parts distributor 1-800 Radiator's fifth South Carolina outlet. As a locally owned family business, 1-800 Radiator of Charleston promises high quality service to their customers in Charleston and nearby cities. The outlet is one of three 1-800 Radiator locations opened across the nation this week.

1-800 Radiator's hold on the automotive industry has increased steadily since the start of their franchise program in 2004. By joining forces with entrepreneurs and small businessmen, the company has become the nation's largest independent distributor of cooling components...

Oregon Family Launches Radiator Sales Hub

SALEM, OR--(Marketwire - July 11, 2007) - This Monday 1-800 Radiator's Salem outlet officially opened for business. The outlet is owned and operated by Gene Synkelma, his sister, Vickie Schutte and his brother-in-law Tom Schutte. Synkelma plans to serve his customers with a high quality product, speedy delivery and great customer service. The outlet will serve Salem and the surrounding areas.

The standard automotive radiator lasts only seven years before needing to be replaced. 1-800 Radiator caters specifically to this segment of the automotive industry by providing the auto repair shops and do-it-yourselfers that install these parts, with radiators delivered directly to the doors of their businesses or homes...

Local Family Opens Wichita Falls Outlet for Business

WICHITA FALLS, TX--(Marketwire - June 21, 2007) - This Monday national auto parts distributor 1-800 Radiator celebrated the grand opening of their Wichita Falls location. The outlet is one of 16 1-800 Radiator locations in Texas and will serve parts of Texas and Oklahoma. The owners of the outlet, Paul Gerstner and his family, are looking forward to bringing speedy delivery of radiators and AC condensers to customers in Wichita Falls and the surrounding area.

For 26 years Paul Gerstner worked with the fire service in Wichita Falls. His connection to the community helps Gerstner to offer a deeper level of customer service. "We are operating a local family business, our livelihood depends on serving the customer well," Gerstner says, continuing "So, naturally we are going to do everything we can to satisfy that customer...