Honest-1 Auto Care Franchise News

Rapidly Growing Auto Repair and Maintenance Franchise Signs Co-Region Developer Agreement to Open New Locations throughout Indianapolis, Ind., Louisville, Ky. and Cincinnati, Ohio
May 15, 2012 // Franchising.com // INDIANAPOLIS – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, has announced plans to open more than 20 new locations throughout Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio during the next 5 to 7 years. Mark Carney and John Bontreger, new Co-Region Developers of Honest-1 Auto Care, are responsible for growing the brand throughout these key markets.
Currently, both Carney and Bontreger are co-owners of Riverstone Partners, a boutique real estate development company that specializes in multi-family projects, condos and townhomes...

May 15, 2012 // Franchising.com // SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, announces it was ranked in the top 10 percent of all franchises nationwide and named a 2012 Military Friendly Franchise® by G.I. Jobs Magazine.
The auto-care company honors military veterans all year round by offering service members a discount of 15 percent off the franchise fee, allowing veterans to use their training and operational skills in a new civilian career.
“The Military Friendly Franchises® list was created three years ago out of demand from military veterans, many of whom want to start or own their own business but are unclear where to begin,” said Sean Collins, director for G...

National Automotive Repair Company Recognized for Franchisee Satisfaction
February 15, 2012 // Franchising.com // SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, was recognized with Franchise Business Review’s 2012 Franchise Satisfaction Award, a list that recognizes the highest overall franchisee satisfaction according to an annual survey. It is the brand’s first appearance on the list.
“Honest-1 Auto Care requested its franchisees to assess the company through Franchise Business Review so we can have an up-to-speed pulse reading on the quality of support we are giving to our franchise owners,” said Jack Keilt, President and CEO of Honest-1 Auto Care...

Innovative Auto Repair and Maintenance Franchise Announces New Region Developer Program; Fuels Demand for Eco-Friendly and Family-Focused Automotive Care in Key Growth Markets
December 28, 2011 // Franchising.com // SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – The national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise, which is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, is speeding into 2012 with high-performance franchise growth plans.
Honest-1 Auto Care today announced plans to develop 200 new locations over the next five years across the United States. Calling for new locations in key target markets including Dallas, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, Fort Lauderdale and Nashville, the strategic development plan aims to attract entrepreneurially-minded individuals with strong management and sales experience with deep roots in their regions...

Innovative Auto Repair and Maintenance Franchise Powers Social Media Initiative through its Partnership with Zurvita
November 30, 2011 // Franchising.com // SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, announced today a strategic partnership with Zurvita Holdings, Inc., a dynamic, multi-channel marketing company.
In an effort to power its online social media marketing initiative, Honest-1 Auto Care is utilizing Zurvita’s ZLinked social media expertise to better communicate with their customers and community.
Through its partnership with Zurvita, Honest-1 will enhance its online social media program by easily connecting and interacting with customers...

Names Josh Knoll Project Manager and Mike Still National Operations Manager
November 01, 2011 // Franchising.com // SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, announces the appointment of Josh Knoll as Project Manager and Mike Still as National Operations Manager.
Knoll, who most recently served as a tech support agent at ProphetLine Inc., will oversee all graphic design and marketing projects, producing visually appealing communications and marketing materials. He also previously held these types of positions at the Wal-Mart Corporate Office and the University of Arkansas.
Still brings more than 20 years of experience in the automotive industry to Honest-1, including a recent tenure as a Ford Quick Lane Immersion Training Manager...

Franchisees of Innovative Auto Repair Company to Benefit from Internal Restructure
October 26, 2011 // Franchising.com // SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, announced today a strategic ownership change within the company designed to further increase support for its growing franchise system.
As a result of the change, President and CEO Jack Keilt assumed the majority interest in Honest-1 Auto Care, with COO Rissy Sutherland and new investors rounding out the ownership. Keilt and Sutherland will take over the ownership shares previously held by Gary and Lisa Messer, former chairman and secretary of Honest-1...

Announces Signed Franchise Agreement with Local Entrepreneur; Auto Repair and Maintenance Franchise Set to bring Eco-Friendly and Family-Focused Services to Area Residents
September 20, 2011 // Franchising.com // PRINCETON, N.J.: Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, announces the signing of a franchise agreement with local entrepreneur Barry Lasher to open a location in Princeton, N.J.
With one location currently open and operating in Middlesex, the new Honest-1 Auto Care will be the second in N.J.
"I want to establish Honest-1 Auto Care as a family-friendly, honest auto repair and maintenance business in town," said Lasher, a N...

Local Greensboro Entrepreneur to Introduce Eco-Friendly and Family-Focused Auto Maintenance and Repair Services to Area Residents August 23, 2011 // Franchising.com // GREENSBORO, N.C. – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, today announced the signing of a franchise agreement with local entrepreneur Erik Rhyne to open a location in Greensboro, N.C. The new Honest-1 Auto Care will be the brands first location to open in North Carolina.

In addition to practicing environmentally responsible auto repair and maintenance services, Honest-1 Auto Care is a family and female-friendly center, with clean and upscale waiting areas, Internet cafes allowing customers to work while their cars are serviced, children's play areas so parents can relax, comfortable chairs and couches, HDTV and complimentary custom coffee stations...

Announces Signing of Five Franchise Agreements; Eco-Friendly and Family-Focused Auto Maintenance and Repair Shops to Open in Key Growth Markets SCOTTSDALE, AZ, August 05, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- As Honest-1 Auto Care motors through the second half of 2011, the engine is primed for high performance franchise growth in the months ahead.

The national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise, which is 100 percent ESA Certified Eco-Friendly, today announced the signing of five franchise agreements. The deals will significantly increase Honest-1 Auto Care's presence in new markets as well as in regions where the brand has already established a loyal customer base. The developing units continue the brand's strategic franchise expansion in desirable U...

Announces Signing of Five Franchise Agreements; Eco-Friendly and Family-Focused Auto Maintenance and Repair Shops to Open in Key Growth Markets August 04, 2011 // Franchising.com // SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – As Honest-1 Auto Care motors through the second half of 2011, the engine is primed for high performance franchise growth in the months ahead.

The national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise, which is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, today announced the signing of five franchise agreements. The deals will significantly increase Honest-1 Auto Care's presence in new markets as well as in regions where the brand has already established a loyal customer base. The developing units continue the brand's strategic franchise expansion in desirable U...

Innovative Auto Repair Company Honors Top Performing Franchisees July 07, 2011 // Franchising.com // Carefree, Ariz. – Sessions on boosting the bottom line, ramping up revenue, increasing customer leads and learning best practices all kept Honest-1 Auto Care franchisees captivated during the company's recent convention at the widely acclaimed Carefree Resort and Conference Center in Carefree, Ariz.

For three days, company leaders from the home office, national vendors and some top performing franchisees led informative seminars, case-based exercises and panel discussions that educated franchise owners and area representatives on successful business strategies to attract more customers and pump up profits at their shops.

In addition, Honest-1 Auto Care honored several franchise owners for business excellence, including: "Developer of the Year": Jim Henkel of Minneapolis, Minn...

Veterans Receive Discount of More Than 15 Percent on Starting Their Own Business NORTHBROOK, IL, June 02, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA Certified Eco-Friendly, today announced it is offering a discount of more than 15 percent on franchises for qualified military veterans. The savings will equal $5,000. Honest-1 enacted this program to help military veterans make an easier transition to civilian life.

"We're pleased to help veterans as they change their careers, and we want to show our appreciation for all they've done to protect our country by easing the cost to open an Honest-1 Auto Care shop," said Jack Keilt, President and Chief Executive Officer of Honest-1 Auto Care...

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Honest-1 Auto Care, a national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise, has announced the promotion of Rissy Sutherland to chief operating officer.

In addition, the company has hired Chip Baranowski as vice president of franchise development to lead the expansion efforts of the rapidly growing chain.

Sutherland has been senior vice president of operations at Honest-1 since April 2008. In her new position, she will be responsible for strategic planning to develop the brand, including public relations, operations and marketing. Sutherland also will continue to work on upgrading vendor relationships and managing training at Honest-1 Auto Care headquarters and in the field...

Local Entrepreneur 'Steers' Community in Right Direction to Protect the Environment January 28, 2011 // Franchising.com // EAGAN, Minn. – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA™ Certified Eco-Friendly, today announced the recent opening of its newest location in Eagan.

Honest-1 Auto Care is located in Hawthorne Ridge Mall at 525 Diffley Road, Suite 1050. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

"We want to further Honest-1 Auto Care's reputation as 'the' eco-friendly auto repair and maintenance business in town. Hopefully, we'll encourage other businesses in the community to 'go green' more often," said Sederstrom, whose new location joins two other Twin City Honest-1 shops located in Roseville and Cottage Grove...

Local Entrepreneur To Introduce Eco-Friendly and Family-Focused Auto Maintenance and Repair Services to Area Residents January 28, 2011 // Franchising.com // Cottage Grove – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA™ Certified Eco-Friendly, today announced the signing of a franchise development agreement with Paski Paskaradevan to open a new location in Cottage Grove at 8118 Hadley Avenue on July 1.

In addition to practicing environmentally responsible auto repair and maintenance services, Honest-1 Auto Care is a family and female-friendly center, with clean and upscale waiting areas, Internet cafes allowing customers to work while their cars are serviced, children's play areas so parents can relax, comfortable chairs and couches, HDTV and complimentary custom coffee stations...

Local Resident and Entrepreneur Opens Second PDX Location
January 26, 2011 // Franchising.com // Milwaukie, Oregon – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA Certified Eco-Friendly, today announced the opening of its newest location at 13840 SE McLoughlin Boulevard in Milwaukie, Oregon, located across the street from the Bomber Restaurant next to Carquest Auto Parts®.

Formerly Midas® of Milwaukie, the shop has been totally remodeled and expanded to accommodate nearly 50 percent more servicing capacity. The auto repair and maintenance facility now features ten full-service bays including two truck and RV lifts and a Quick-Lube bay for oil changes...

</p><h2>Local Entrepreneur To Offer Eco-Friendly and Family-Focused Auto Maintenance and Repair Services to Area Residents</h2><p> January 26, 2011 // Franchising.com // EAGAN, Minn. – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA™ Certified Eco-Friendly, today announced the signing of a franchise development agreement with Matt Sederstrom to open a new location at 525 Diffley Road, Suite 1050 in the Hawthorne Ridge Mall in Eagan.

In addition to practicing environmentally responsible auto repair and maintenance services, Honest-1 Auto Care is a family and female-friendly center, with clean and upscale waiting areas, Internet cafes allowing customers to work while their cars are serviced, children's play areas so parents can relax, comfortable chairs and couches, HDTV and complimentary custom coffee stations...

</p><h2>Eco-Friendly, Customer-Centric Auto Maintenance Chain Moves Up 35 Spots on Reputable List</h2><p> January 25, 2011 // Franchising.com // Scottsdale, Ariz. – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, has been ranked 338 in Entrepreneur magazine's 2011 "Franchise 500," a move up from last year's ranking of 373.

"This significant climb in the rankings further validates our strength and stability as a franchise system," said Jack Keilt, President and Chief Executive Officer of Honest-1 Auto Care. "We couldn't be more proud of the success of our brand, and we look forward to much more to come as we continue to expand nationwide...

Local Entrepreneur To Introduce Eco-Friendly and Family-Focused Auto Maintenance and Repair Services to Area Residents January 25, 2011 // Franchising.com // ROSWELL, GA. – Honest-1 Auto Care, the only national full-service auto repair and maintenance franchise that is 100 percent ESA® Certified Eco-Friendly, today announced the signing of a franchise development agreement with Dennis Eidson to open a new location in Roswell.

In addition to practicing environmentally responsible auto repair and maintenance services, Honest-1 Auto Care is a family and female-friendly center, with clean and upscale waiting areas, Internet cafes allowing customers to work while their cars are serviced, children's play areas so parents can relax, comfortable chairs and couches, HDTV and complimentary custom coffee stations...