1-800 Radiator Earns Outstanding Franchisee Satisfaction in Independent Review

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, -Nationwide auto parts distributor 1-800 RADIATOR, has received an outstanding franchisee satisfaction review in an independent survey conducted by Franchise Business Review, the franchise industry's leading market research company.

"Investing in a franchise is a great opportunity for many people to enjoy the benefits of business ownership and our research helps identify the truly great franchise opportunities in the marketplace. 1-800 RADIATOR is obviously one of the franchise companies that we believe offers a much better opportunity for success," said Eric Stites, Founder and President of Franchise Business Review.

1-800 RADIATOR franchisees electing to participate in the survey were asked over 40 critical questions about their franchise. The survey included a review of 1-800 RADIATOR'S training and support, franchise system, franchisee relationship, financial opportunity, overall satisfaction, market information, business lifestyle, franchisee demographic, skills and experience.

Noting that the fastest growing automobile accessory company was also the only franchise of its kind, the survey reviewed the growth and expansion of 1-800 RADIATOR. With over 150 franchises in place, 1-800 has set its sights on a universe of 250 protected locations by the end of the year while unveiling next generation IT enhancements for high performance service to its locations around the country.

"We have the unique advantage of guiding our franchisees from the standpoint of having executed on every aspect of the business while competing in the market for 22 years before incorporating the franchise approach. Proprietary tools like our purchasing system, drives the buying power of a national organization to franchisees that pay only a fraction of the costs facing competitors," said Mike Rippey, CEO of 1-800 RADIATOR.

About 1-800 RADIATOR
1-800 RADIATOR'S franchise locations are all owner operated by local entrepreneurs who live in the markets they serve.  With more than 150 franchise locations nationwide, 1-800 Radiator provides retail and wholesale customers with radiators delivered to their doorstep in a matter of hours, at competitive pricing.  Its national auto parts distribution services are also offered through the online outlet, www.radiator.com.

If you'd like to know more about 1-800 RADIATOR, or to schedule an interview with Joseph Spohn, Director of Franchising, call (866) 780-9392; or Mark Hopkinson, NewsMark Public Relations (561) 852-5767 or email: mhopkinson@newsmarkpr.com