Overview
As the premier service organization in the automotive collision repair industry, CARSTAR is committed to assisting our franchise partners in improving their businesses. As the industry changes, so do the rules, and at CARSTAR we are constantly working on new and inventive ways to lead, not follow the industry. We have time-tested systems and programs that prove day in and day out to be the reason we continue to be the #1 Collision Repair Group in North America.
Products & Services
If you've been in an accident, the last thing you need is more stress. Especially when it comes to car repair. That's why CARSTAR was founded. We're committed to making the repair process as quick and as painless as possible. In addition to being the country's largest group of collision repair stores, we also offer the industry's most comprehensive warranty. So if you do have an accident, take your vehicle to CARSTAR. We guarantee it will be repaired quickly, reliably and at a reasonable price. That's what we mean when we say "Relax, we'll take it from here."
Training & Support
Keeping current on all the latest information and developments in the collision repair industry is difficult. CARSTAR training courses make it easy, however. We have programs such as Jump Start, where we work closely with you to convert your shop to the highly productive CARSTAR systems, or there is the Take Control program, where we implement updated financial systems in your operation. And with CARSTAR University you get both state-of-the-art, web-based and classroom training on all aspects of the collision repair business using the latest technology and tools.
With CARSTAR in your corner, you will have access to courses that cover virtually all aspects of operating a world-class repair shop in the complexity of today's business environment.
Some of the systems and training includes the following:
CARSTAR University
This is the most comprehensive training program in the industry. Years in development, CARSTAR-U offers multitudes of online courses, and offers the ability to schedule live classes in a franchise store.
Annual Conference
Each year CARSTAR hosts a conference that brings together the franchisees from around North America to learn and share ideas. A vendor show gives all the CARSTAR franchisees access to all of the new, innovative products.
Business Group
When CARSTAR stores are clustered together within a common market, a Business Group is formed so that the owners can work together to manage a unified marketing program to build market awareness and consistency.
Environmental Training
As the leader in the industry, CARSTAR is at the forefront when it comes to the environment. CARSTAR has established an innovative paint spraying technique that minimizes emissions into the atmosphere. The one-on-one training has proven to not only save the environment, but save thousands of dollars in paint materials.
Production Management
CARSTAR has devised the best methods to help a franchisee maximize their production so that the greatest margins are realized.
With CARSTAR in your corner, you will have access to courses that cover virtually all aspects of operating a world-class repair shop in the complexity of today's business environment.
Some of the systems and training includes the following:
CARSTAR University
This is the most comprehensive training program in the industry. Years in development, CARSTAR-U offers multitudes of online courses, and offers the ability to schedule live classes in a franchise store.
Annual Conference
Each year CARSTAR hosts a conference that brings together the franchisees from around North America to learn and share ideas. A vendor show gives all the CARSTAR franchisees access to all of the new, innovative products.
Business Group
When CARSTAR stores are clustered together within a common market, a Business Group is formed so that the owners can work together to manage a unified marketing program to build market awareness and consistency.
Environmental Training
As the leader in the industry, CARSTAR is at the forefront when it comes to the environment. CARSTAR has established an innovative paint spraying technique that minimizes emissions into the atmosphere. The one-on-one training has proven to not only save the environment, but save thousands of dollars in paint materials.
Production Management
CARSTAR has devised the best methods to help a franchisee maximize their production so that the greatest margins are realized.
Why Carstar?
The return on investment and the value CARSTAR gives you will far exceed the price you pay. CARSTAR is your one-stop shop for everything from education and training to management and financial consultation, to marketing and public relations assistance.
CARSTAR retains the services of a national advertising agency, to help you with your advertising decisions. The agency's extensive experience working with franchise companies is at your service whenever you have an advertising need. CARSTAR also has a national Yellow Pages agency to help you maximize your directory advertising impact.
CARSTAR has created a simple financial analysis system to help you get a firm grasp on your financial statements. CARSTAR also provides its franchisees with Financial Focus Groups made up of similar-sized stores. These groups meet regularly to: compare key numbers, ratios, operations, marketing and proven management methods, to exchange ideas and offers support and suggestions on issues group members face.
CARSTAR retains the services of a national advertising agency, to help you with your advertising decisions. The agency's extensive experience working with franchise companies is at your service whenever you have an advertising need. CARSTAR also has a national Yellow Pages agency to help you maximize your directory advertising impact.
CARSTAR has created a simple financial analysis system to help you get a firm grasp on your financial statements. CARSTAR also provides its franchisees with Financial Focus Groups made up of similar-sized stores. These groups meet regularly to: compare key numbers, ratios, operations, marketing and proven management methods, to exchange ideas and offers support and suggestions on issues group members face.
