Interstate All Battery Center Franchise News

Frost & Sullivan Survey Ranks Dallas-Based Company the Leader in Battery Category
DALLAS (February 16, 2012) — For the fifth consecutive year, United States automotive technicians voted Interstate Batteries the brand to beat, outperforming its competitors in brand preferences and future intentions. In an annual survey conducted by Frost & Sullivan, Interstate dominated the automotive battery category with one out of every two U.S. automotive technicians choosing Interstate Batteries as their preferred brand.
“Interstate Batteries is proud to again be recognized as the industry leader in providing superior battery products to technicians across the country,” said Dennis Brown, Interstate Batteries senior vice president and chief marketing officer...

Interstate Batteries® Offers Cold Weather Battery Care Tips
DALLAS (Jan. 11, 2012) — As Old Man Winter begins to grip the nation, Interstate Batteries encourages motorists to protect and care for that part of the vehicle a driver depends on most each day. Cold weather can influence a vehicle engine to put twice as much stress on the battery.
"Basic battery maintenance can prevent freezing and battery damage from severe winter weather," said Gale Kimbrough, Interstate Batteries technical service manager. "Preventative measures — such as keeping vehicles in garages, purchasing a battery heater and choosing the right type of battery for specific regions of the country — are always helpful in conserving your battery's life...

Recognition Given by The Dallas Morning News to Top Dallas-Fort Worth Employers
December 12, 2011 // Franchising.com // DALLAS - For the third consecutive year, Interstate Battery System of America has been recognized as one of Dallas-Fort Worth’s Top 100 Places to Work by The Dallas Morning News. The Dallas wholesale/retail battery distribution company is one of 34 area companies to make the list each of the past three years.
“Team member events are some of the things that set us apart,” said Carlos Sepulveda, president and CEO of Interstate Battery System of America. “Our Brand Promise Day celebration each spring gives everyone a chance to have fun and to recommit ourselves to our brand promise of being Outrageously Dependable®...

MicroStrategy's High Performance Dashboards Enable Rapid Analysis of Large Volumes of Data MCLEAN, Va. /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- MicroStrategy® Incorporated (Nasdaq: MSTR), a leading worldwide provider of business intelligence (BI) software, today announced that Interstate Batteries has selected MicroStrategy as its enterprise business intelligence platform. Interstate Batteries is the leading automotive replacement battery brand in North America, selling close to 15 million batteries a year.

Over the past several years, Interstate Batteries has used MicroStrategy dashboards for enhanced visibility into sales performance and historical sales trends. With the expansion of MicroStrategy across the enterprise, Interstate Batteries will be able to provide dashboard metrics and analysis capabilities to its distributors...

Interstate Batteries recycles more lead-acid batteries than any company in the U.S. DALLAS /PRNewswire/ -- Consumers on average have 21 battery-operated devices in their homes, but unfortunately, only one in six American households recycles its old batteries. That means most of the 2.9 billion batteries discarded each year end up in a landfill and cause unnecessary pollution. In honor of National Recycling Month in April and Earth Day on April 22, Interstate Batteries offers tips to encourage Americans to recycle.

Interstate Batteries, the #1 collector and recycler of lead-acid batteries in the United States, has made recycling a priority for more than 58 years. In fact, the company recycles far more batteries than it sells. Interstate Batteries accepts nearly all varieties of used household and automotive batteries at all Interstate All Battery Center locations and Interstate Batteries distributorships for free recycling...

Interstate All Battery Center Division also posts double digit growth April 06, 2010 // Franchising.com // (DALLAS)— Interstate Batteries, North America's top battery replacement brand, set its all-time one-month sales record in January with more than 1.5 million automotive batteries sold, nearly 11 percent over its previous record in October 2009. The 58-year-old company has tracked its monthly sales for 50 years.

The record-breaking month also brought another sales milestone. Dallas-based Interstate sold its 300 millionth automotive replacement battery in January – almost one battery for every single American.

"This incredible accomplishment wouldn't have been possible without the strong commitment of our distributors and team members," said Interstate Batteries President and CEO Carlos Sepulveda...

New golf car battery lasts 10 percent longer than closest competition DALLAS /PRNewswire/ -- Interstate Batteries, North America's No. 1 replacement battery brand, introduces an advanced new golf car battery that offers 10 percent more drive time per cycle than its competitors, along with the highest number of cycles in the industry.

The line, including the GC2-XHD, is used in golf cars and RVs, and extends life cycle without a price increase. Other design improvements include better recharge acceptance for longer life, enhanced plate stability alignment for reliability and more out-of-the-box power than any other battery.

"The new golf car battery line provides unbeatable performance," said Gale Kimbrough, Interstate Batteries technical services manager...

Interstate Batteries, North America's top battery replacement brand, set its all-time one-month sales record in January with more than 1.5 million automotive batteries sold, nearly 11 percent over its previous record in October 2009. DALLAS /PRNewswire/ -- Interstate Batteries, North America's top battery replacement brand, set its all-time one-month sales record in January with more than 1.5 million automotive batteries sold, nearly 11 percent over its previous record in October 2009. The 58-year-old company has tracked its monthly sales for 50 years.

The record-breaking month also brought another sales milestone. Dallas-based Interstate sold its 300 millionth automotive replacement battery in January - almost one battery for every single American...

IABC's Learning Management System Tools Provide Ongoing, Online Continuing Education DALLAS /PRNewswire/ -- Interstate All Battery Center (IABC) announces the introduction of its new online training program through the company's Learning Management System, a system-wide continuing education program specially designed to serve the growing franchise system.

The program is designed to foster ongoing personal and professional development with a strong focus on acquiring and retaining customers. IABC's online training courses cover 39 subject areas focused on business-to-business strategy, management, sales, human resources, computer skills, health and personal development.

IABC partnered with the Total Training Network to deliver the classes, which allow its strategic partners to participate in any of the 300-plus available courses...

IABC leverages Interstate Batteries brand to extend its market reach to every U.S. county DALLAS /PRNewswire/ -- Interstate All Battery Center (IABC) announces a quantum leap in its growth with the addition of 128 new points of service throughout the U.S. and Canada to become the nation's largest portable power solutions and battery power company in terms of market reach with more than 340 points of presence and coverage in every county in the U.S.

This latest growth is the result of licensing Interstate Batteries distributors with the IABC name, and makes the brand available in every U.S. county. Just last month, IABC announced that 45 company-owned distributors in 23 states became franchisees.

"This is a significant milestone for the company, with an expansion that increases market share and gives franchisees the greatest market coverage of any portable power solutions company," said Interstate Battery Franchising and Development President Mickey Elam...

Lead-Acid Batteries Top the List of the Most Highly Recycled Consumer Products

DALLAS, Nov. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of America Recycles Day on Nov. 15, Interstate All Battery Center (IABC), the franchise concept for 58-year-old Interstate Batteries will kick-off its national six-week recycling drive at each of the company's 157 locations from Nov. 16 through Dec. 31. Customers can bring in a used car, laptop or cell phone battery in exchange for a free pack of alkaline batteries (AA, AAA, etc.) and a coupon for 20 percent off their next purchase.

Interstate Batteries takes pride in being the #1 battery recycler in the U.S. with more than 850 million pounds of batteries recycled last year.

"It's important that as a company we're good stewards of the earth we live on," said Interstate All Battery Center Director of Franchise Operations, Jim Eades...

Fast-growing Battery Retailer and MICROS-Retail Partner for System-wide Implementation

DALLAS, Nov. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Interstate Batteries Franchise and Development, the franchisor of Interstate All Battery Center (IABC) announces it will implement the MICROS-Retail Xstore point-of-sale system in all franchise locations across all 50 states.

IABC is America's fastest growing portable power solutions company and the first nationally established brand to enter the fragmented battery market. The new POS system will be fully deployed in all locations in 2010 to facilitate IABC's continued growth and maintain its commitment to outrageous dependability and customer service.

"This is more than just a POS system upgrade - we are putting a foundation in place that will support and accelerate our rapid growth going forward," said Interstate All Battery Center Director of Business Intelligence and Technology, Matt DiBona...

America's Fastest Growing Portable Power Solutions Company Announces Four New Franchisees

DALLAS, Oct. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Interstate Battery Franchising and Development, the franchisor of Interstate All Battery Center (IABC) recently announced four new franchisee signings in six markets nationwide: McKinney, Texas; Plano, Texas; Tyler, Texas; Gilbert, Ariz.; Kannapolis, N.C.; and Cornelius, N.C.

The new franchisees join IABC during a rapid growth phase as it continues to leverage the 58-year-old proven Interstate Batteries brand nationally with a presence in all 50 states. IABC is expected to extend its market reach to every U.S. county, the broadest market coverage of any all battery retailer, by mid-November.

"Franchisees acknowledge IABC's trusted brand, quality products and established business model for long-term success," said Mickey Elam, Interstate Battery Franchising and Development President...

September is height of hurricane season; preparedness is key

DALLAS, Sept. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), September is the most active month of the Atlantic and Pacific hurricane seasons. The experts from Interstate Batteries offer an incredible range of power solutions and knowledge to help homeowners, municipalities and businesses prepare for the season's storms.

Interstate All Battery Center (IABC), Interstate Batteries' team of retail battery experts, offers more than 16,000 battery and portable power solutions and suggests this list of tools to help individuals prepare for damaging weather:
Self-powered multi-purpose radio devices help with power outages, storm updates and back-up charging for cell phones...

All Battery Franchise is First to Reach 50 States

DALLAS, July 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Dallas-based battery replacement company, Interstate Batteries Franchise and Development, the franchisor of Interstate All Battery Center (IABC) will be the only all battery franchise to solidify a presence in all 50 states with the signings of two new franchisees in West Virginia and Delaware. These new franchisees are a result of the company's national expansion strategy.

"This significant milestone is a reflection of the 57-year-old Interstate Batteries brand and growth," said Mickey Elam, Interstate Battery Franchising and Development President. "We continue to find that franchisees want to partner with an established organization with a long track record of success...

All Battery University Classes Begin
DALLAS, March 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Interstate Batteries Franchise and Development, the franchisor of Interstate All Battery Center (IABC), announces the opening of its new training center designed to serve the company's expanding franchise system.

Located at 10200 Plano Road in Dallas, the facility features multiple classrooms, technology labs and an on-site training store, all specially designed for the company's All Battery University. The campus also includes space representing every sales area of Interstate Batteries, a $1.5 billion enterprise.

A leader in the retail battery category, IABC created All Battery University to support newly signed IABC franchisees with the essential tools and training needed to succeed in the system...

Interstate All Battery Center Attracts Franchisees with a No-Gimmick Investment and Sound Infrastructure

DALLAS, Feb. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- While many franchisors discount their fees and offer money-back guarantees to attract new franchisees in the economic downturn, Interstate Batteries Franchise and Development, the franchisor of Interstate All Battery Center (IABC), is instead investing in infrastructure to aid franchisees' long-term success.

Interstate All Battery Center recently moved their training courses to its new multi-million dollar facility near its Dallas home, where experts educate new franchisees and store managers about the latest updates in power solution technology, battery building, point-of-sale tools and recently enhanced e-commerce features...

Interstate All Battery Center Bucks Industry Norms; Full Disclosure Policy Fosters Franchising

DALLAS, Nov. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- "How much money can I earn?" is one of the top questions that entrepreneurs and potential franchisees typically ask before they invest in a business, but more than 70 percent don't receive an answer until after they sign on the dotted line. Interstate Batteries Franchise and Development, the franchisor of Interstate All Battery Center (IABC), says its full disclosure policy sets them apart from the majority of franchised concepts.

According to the FTC's Franchise Rule, Item 19 in any franchise disclosure document (FDD) permits a franchisor to provide information about the actual or potential financial performance of its franchised-owned outlets...

August 22, 2008 // Franchising.com // - (DALLAS) – Interstate Batteries Franchise and Development, the franchisor of Interstate All Battery Center (IABC), announces it has hired retail veteran Jim Eades as Director of Franchise Operations as the company continues its rapid growth phase.

Eades was tapped for his extensive experience in multi-unit operations, including stints at Office Depot, May Department Stores and most recently at Ross Stores, where he served as a regional vice president overseeing 260+ stores and opening 105 new stores. At IABC, he is responsible for the operations of franchised and company-owned IABC stores in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico.

"IABC is growing rapidly through franchise development and Jim's responsibilities will continue to increase as new stores continually open," said Interstate Batteries Franchise and Development President Mickey Elam...

July 15, 2008 // Franchising.com // - (DALLAS) – On the heels of a record-setting month of franchisee signings, Interstate Batteries Franchise and Development, the franchisor of Interstate All Battery Center (IABC), announces the signing of its 100th retail location.

IABC franchisee Dan Spata will open the store in Skokie, Ill. in late 2008 and will offer one-stop shopping for more than 13,000 types of batteries and power solutions for everything from laptops and cameras to boats and hearing aids. Spata will extend IABC's "Have it - Find it- Build it" promise to consumers, ensuring that if IABC does not have the battery solution a customer needs, the company will find or build it.

"Interstate All Battery Center was the first nationally established brand to enter the fragmented battery market and achieving this milestone confirms a growing consumer demand for all kinds of batteries," said Interstate Batteries Franchise and Development Director Justin Darland...