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The Automotive category covers a range of franchise opportunities dealing with everything from paint chip repair, tyre sealant application and windscreen replacement to car hire, valet servicing and chauffeur agency.

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June 2008: Autosheen: Offering a recipe for success
Valeting franchise Autosheen offers franchisees access to lucrative contracts and regular work from day one of launching their business, thanks to an impressive portfolio of National Accounts - a real recipe for success, according to former chef Paul Fenech

June 2008: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): Upwardly mobile with PCC
Former mobile phone salesman Chris Hughes has hardly had chance to draw breath since he completed his first year as a Professional Car Cleaning (PCC) franchisee in February

June 2008: ChipsAway International: Lee’s SMART business move
ChipsAway International franchisee Lee Edgell says he permanently has a big smile on his face, ever since joining the UK’s leading SMART (Small to Medium Area Repair Technology) repair franchisor

June 2008: Vantage Valeting: Find out how your future can sparkle
The UK's most comprehensive mobile valeting franchise

April/May 2008: Beaverscreens Franchise: Franchise Re-sales
Existing franchises for sale

April/May 2008: Waves: Site your business in a prime location
With professionally-branded Waves franchises popping up in major retail car parks and petrol stations nationwide, the franchise is developing a strong reputation for quality of service as well as providing a strong income generator for its franchisees

April/May 2008: Snap-on Tools Ltd: Your Store, Your Business, Your Future!
Owning your own business is a great way to secure your future and lets you take control of your destiny.

April/May 2008: Franchise Development Services (FDS): How will the credit crunch affect franchising?
Buying a franchise can require a substantial capital investment and many franchisees borrow funds in order to meet this outlay, with banks willing to lend up to 70 per cent of the investment fee. With the credit crunch overshadowing borrowing and lending decisions, should prospective franchisees be seriously considering starting up a business in 2008?

March 2008: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): Profit from your achievements as a PCC franchisee
The transition from retail employee to franchisee has brought about an upturn in both job satisfaction and income for Matthew Baker, who is now benefitting from customer recommendations instead of dealing with customer complaints

March 2008: ChipsAway International: Putting the 'AHHH' into SMART repairs
Ask a ChipsAway franchisee the best thing about the business and you may find the answer surprising

Jan/Feb 2008: ChipsAway International: Green franchising Eco-friendly opportunities
21st century businesses need not only to be financially sustainable, but also ecologically sustainable too. The Franchise Magazine invites three franchisors to establish their green credentials

Jan/Feb 2008: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): Nick's business snowballs with PCC!
Franchisee Nick Craven is one of the newest recruits to the growing PCC (Professional Car Cleaning) network, but after only three months into his business Nick is already recognising that he needs to plan for expansion in the not-too-distant future! Megan Dunmore reports

Jan/Feb 2008: ChipsAway International: Looking forward to future expansion
Having just expanded his thriving business for the second time in three years to keep up with growing demand for his SMART (Small and Medium Area Repair Technology) repair services, ChipsAway franchisee Richard Wallbank speaks to Megan Dunmore

December 2007: Venture Marketing Group: Self start to success at The British Franchise Expo

December 2007: Dr. Vinyl: Operate a global brand in the UK
With a network of franchisees in 16 countries, Dr Vinyl has developed a market leading proposition in the automotive aftercare industry. Derin Ibrahim reports

December 2007: BSM: Buy a BSM franchise and become your own boss.
BSM is one of the UK's leading driver training organisations and you can buy a BSM Instructor franchise from as little as £18,000*. What's more, this payment includes all the training required for you to become a fully qualified driving instructor.

Oct/Nov 2007: V4Vans: Great Deals for Small Businesses
To develop its franchise concept across the UK, V4Vans is seeking management minded individuals to drive the business forward. Ken Young reports

Oct/Nov 2007: London House (Services): Get your teeth into a truly national business
The benefits of a maturing network are now being realised by London House franchisees as they experience growth in their national account work. Stuart Anderson interviews Business Development Director Mark Blaber

Oct/Nov 2007: Autosheen: The ultimate management franchise
Autosheen is the UK's leading mobile specialist vehicle valeting company. The Autosheen business franchise package requires the management of specialist, professional, valeting services for hundreds of corporate and residential customers each and every day, all across the country.

September 2007: All Trades Networks: Company appoints Franchise Development Manager
All Trades Network, which offers a complete building repair service to the insurance market, has announced the appointment of Charles Sindall as its Franchise Development Manager. "The focus for All Trades Network is twofold: strengthening the support mechanism to the network and developing the systems and strategy to take the business forward,"says Keith Roberts, Managing Director of All Trades Network. "Charles has over 23 years experience in franchising, bringing considerable expertise across the full range of business disciplines to the company.

July/August 2007: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): Professionalism pays...
Lively Liverpudlian Rob Kay could hardly have chosen a more difficult week in which to launch his new Professional Car Cleaning (PCC) valeting business. Nonetheless, the week before Christmas last year proved to be a turning point in Rob's life. Megan Dunmore reports

July/August 2007: ChipsAway International: Making money from scratch
World leading SMART (Small and Medium Area Repair Technology) repair specialist ChipsAway International offers an opportunity to make money from your first week in business, thanks to the massive marketplace and largely unfulfilled demand for minor paint damage repair. Megan Dunmore reports

May / June 2007: Dessange International: Premier master franchise
Become the master franchisee for a premier hairdressing and beauty brand. Rachel Spaul reports

April 2007: DTT (Driver Transport Training): Join the road to success
With a driver shortfall totalling 15,000 in an industry worth £55 billion, and with new training regulations pending, there's never been a better time to join DTT, writes Director Paul Van der Hulks

April 2007: eTyres: Pole position in the market
Combining a convenient, low cost service with a top ranking on the internet's search engines is bringing in excellent repeat and referral business for etyres franchisees. Stuart Anderson reports

April 2007: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): A shining example
Within its first 12 months PCC (Professional Car Cleaning), the sister franchise to the highly successful ChipsAway International, has grown to become one of the largest mobile valeting franchise organisations in the UK. Megan Dunmore reports

April 2007: ChipsAway International: Profiting from passion
For hardworking ChipsAway franchisee Andy Darby, a passion for cars means big profits. Megan Dunmore reports

April 2007: Starbrite Chemicals: "Make a BRITE START"
StarBrite is offering franchisees a highly successful model, developed over 18 years of trading within the cleaning chemical industry. We are committed to the success of our franchisees, and are proud to be the fastest growing cleaning chemical franchise in the UK.

April 2007: Car Park Valeting: Car Valeting Business Opportunity
Car Park Valeting Ltd (CPV) is the UK'S leading professional Hand Car Valet Business, specialising in both Full Valet and Hand Wash operations.

March 2007: Dr. Vinyl: How to earn 500 to 1500 pounds a week!
Recently launched at the Dr. Vinyl convention in Kansas, The Doctor's Touch is a division of Dr. Vinyl and offers motivated car enthusiasts the opportunity to own either a fully equipped mobile service or Car Care Centre employing a small team providing a much needed repair service to car paintwork and interiors. In addition, with so many income streams available and a virtually untapped marketplace, Dr. Vinyl's 600 franchisees enjoy the benefits of a company with over 30 years of experience and established operations in 16 countries.

January 2007: Domino's Pizza Group: Action packed year for Domino's Pizza
It has been an action packed year for Domino's Pizza and the company's 151 local business owners. Here are a few of the main events...

January 2007: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): The service sells itself
Professionalism, quality of service and the WOW factor have helped franchisee Scott Mackenzie achieve early success with his PCC mobile valeting business. Megan Dunmore reports

January 2007: ChipsAway International: Best of both worlds
Family man Lee Draycott has finally found what he's been looking for - flexibility, freedom and time with his family. Megan Dunmore reports

Dec 2006: eTyres: Capture pole position with etyres
Quadrupling their business within a year has catapulted franchisees Alex and Oliver to the top of etyres' growth tables. Stuart Anderson interviews

Dec 2006: Dr. Vinyl: One Franchise......So Much More!
Recently launched at the Dr. Vinyl convention in Kansas, The Doctor's Touch is a division of Dr. Vinyl and offers motivated car enthusiasts the opportunity to own either a fully equipped mobile service or Car Care Centre employing a small team providing a much needed repair service to car paintwork and interiors.

Dec 2006: Filta Group Valet Plus (Filta Group): '3 businesses in 1'...from DAY ONE
With three businesses in one, Northampton franchisee Steve Groves has a huge advantage over other businesses

Dec 2006: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): Caring services for car owners!
Feeling the benefits of being a PCC franchisee in terms of improved earning potential, increased time with his family and better fitness, Peter Carmichael looks to future success in his business

Dec 2006: ChipsAway International: Leave the Rat Race behind!
How many times have you thought about escaping the daily rat race and setting up a business of your own? Now's your chance. With a ChipsAway International franchise, you can be certain of a massive marketplace of over 30 million cars, the leading brand in cosmetic paintwork repair, and the comprehensive training and support you'd expect from one of the largest and longest established franchise companies in the UK.

Oct/Nov 2006: Revive!: Setting new standards in mobile car care
"Coming out of the Army, I wanted to be my own boss, build my own business and take control of my own destiny..."

Oct/Nov 2006: ChipsAway International: On Top of the world!
ChipsAway International is a franchise at the top of its game. The acknowledged leader in SMART repairs, ChipsAway was the first company in the world to develop the technology to achieve factory finish repairs to minor paintwork damage, and it remains the dominant brand in the marketplace today.

Oct/Nov 2006: eTyres: UK's No.1 online tyre retailer
etyres is leading the field with its online tyre retail business, discovers Rachel Spaul

Oct/Nov 2006: Dent Wizard: Earn in excess of £1000 per week!
Earn in excess of £1000 per week with your own SMART repair franchise!

Oct/Nov 2006: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): Valet with a 'wow' factor
Former Vodafone store manager Matthew Baker has made the switch from mobile phones to mobile foam! Megan Dunmore explains

Oct/Nov 2006: Filta Group: The FiltaFry franchise has got even better!
With the addition of 'Plus' to the established FiltaFry brand the franchisee's earnings potentials increased overnight. General Manager Steve Calvert explains

September 2006: DTT (Driver Transport Training): 2 franchise opportunities in 1
Offering earnings potential from both training and recruitment, DTT offers a total package to franchisees, reports the company

September 2006: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): PCC franchisee pops the question!
For most people, the decision to start your own business while making plans to get married would seem a rather daunting prospect to say the least. But franchisee Steve Mills is made of sterner stuff. Megan Dunmore reports

September 2006: ChipsAway International: The family friendly franchise!
Colin Blunt purchased a ChipsAway franchise in 2001. His sudden death a few months later left his son David on the back foot, unsure of what to do for the best, or what direction to take for the future. As it turned out, his ChipsAway franchise has proved the best possible legacy Colin could have left for his son. Megan Dunmore reports

September 2006: Dr. Vinyl: Bumper to bumper business for Dr Vinyl
Dr Vinyl is stepping up its expansion campaign in the UK by seeking new franchisees nationwide. Stuart Anderson interviews two existing franchisees who are looking to future growth

July/August 2006: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): New PCC super products keep customers coming back
NEW valeting franchise PCC (Professional Car Cleaning), part of the ChipsAway Group, has introduced three premium products to its comprehensive, high quality range, exclusive to PCC franchisees. Branded Pro-Guard, the products provide long-lasting protection to paintwork, upholstery and cabriolet roofs, carrying a two-year guarantee.

July/August 2006: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): Future looks bright for PCC franchisee
Life is 'just wonderful' for PCC's latest franchisee former IT service delivery manager Phill Francis, whose life has been taken in a completely new direction after a chance discovery. Megan Dunmore reports

July/August 2006: ChipsAway International: Flying the flag for franchising
ChipsAway is expanding its European Network into the untapped Eastern Bloc. Megan Dunmore reports

June 2006: ChipsAway International: ChipsAway business takes off!
Former RAF Weapons Technician Bob Laughlan is off to a flying start in Civvy Street, having joined forces with his old comrade: ChipsAway franchisee Jim Hughes. Megan Dunmore reports

June 2006: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): First five find PCC franchise to be a real winner!
Month one of the launch of PCC saw five franchisees sign up for this exciting new valeting franchise. Megan Dunmore reports

April/May 2006: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): New PCC franchise makes a real splash!
Five franchisees have signed up to the PCC valeting franchise in the first month of its launch. Megan Dunmore reports

April/May 2006: ChipsAway International: A franchise that really delivers
After 28 years with the Royal Mail, former postie Carl Liddy took the plunge and bought a ChipsAway International franchise 18 months ago. Now he says he's happier and more fulfilled than he has ever been, and is looking forward to taking the family to the States for the 'holiday of a lifetime' in the summer. Megan Dunmore reports

April/May 2006: Revive!: Revive: Setting new standards in mobile car care

March 2006: Guidance: 11 essential tips for franchise buyers
The new Chairman of the British Franchise Association is Nigel Toplis. Here, he offers his tips for The Franchise Magazine readers seeking franchise success

March 2006: ChipsAway International: Change of gear sees Lee racing ahead
Cycling enthusiast Lee Chaplin is a very happy chap. He's ditched the stress and the long hours of delivering parcels across the City and has 'downshifted' to run his own business and reclaim his life. Megan Dunmore reports

March 2006: PCC (Professional Car Cleaning): PCC: Set for success!
A newly launched valeting franchise from the ChipsAway group is set for success. Megan Dunmore reports on PCC (Professional Car Cleaning)

Feb 2006: One Stop Vehicles Ltd (OSV): The Stongest Possible Start
Dave Woollams and David Howkins are the latest franchisees to join the One Stop Vehicles (OSV) fold and they're looking forward to a profitable and rewarding future specialising in the financing and supply of new vehicles to businesses and private individuals in the Manchester area.

Feb 2006: ChipsAway International: Profit from your passion for cars!
For the 350-strong ChipsAway franchise network, the 10 million cars in the UK represent a lucrative source of ongoing business. For individuals like franchisee Andy Darby, they're also a life-long passion. Megan Dunmore reports

December 2005: One Stop Vehicles Ltd (OSV): Eliminate worry with our professional guidance system!
Ask yourself this...Are you a professional individual with a proven track record in sales and management, and a passion for cars? Brian and Mary Newell recognised the potential of a One Stop Vehicles (OSV) franchise to build a more stable and financially secure future for themselves and their family, and were attracted by the company's professionalism and attention to detail.

December 2005: ChipsAway International: 10 Years of success!
Celebrations are underway at ChipsAway as the first wave of 26 franchisees complete 10 years of success with the world's leading SMART repair specialist. Megan Dunmore reports

December 2005: Filta Group Valet Plus (Filta Group): The Total Mobile Valeting Specilaists
A total vehicle valeting service to the Private and Commercial sector, with the additional products to provide a graffiti removal service and the pressure washing of patios and drive ways, and paint restoration.

October 2005: Revive!: Revive! your 9-5
Revive! is a National Franchise Company with a high quality mobile service repairing minor damage on vehicles.

October 2005: One Stop Vehicles Ltd (OSV): Join a company that puts the brakes on all its competit
Debbie and Andrew Wilkinson recognised the professional approach and strong branding of vehicle financing franchise One Stop Vehicles which attracted them to invest in its franchise.

October 2005: Superseal International: SuperSeal Your Future
SuperSeal International Limited is the world leader in puncture protection. The company is involved in the manufacture, supply and installation of a Universal Tyre Sealant System which puncture proofs a tyre for its entire legal life. SuperSeal is the only tyre sealant company in the world which has PRODUCT LIABILITY FOR €6.5 MILLION THROUGH LLOYDS OF LONDON.

October 2005: ChipsAway International: Love cars... you'll love this franchise!
Whatever your achievement goals, ChipsAway offers a serious earnings opportunity. Megan Dunmore speaks to a franchisee who has achieved his goals with a ChipsAway franchise

September 2005: Beaverscreens Franchise: Make a SMART Investment
The most annoying vehicle paintwork repairs are those that don't really warrant the time and expense of using traditional bodyshops to fix them. Chips caused by stones, minor damage from careless reversing, scratches inflicted by vandals...or maybe just the result of a carelessly opened door in the carpark. Geoff Dobson examines a franchise offering a service that solves all this

September 2005: One Stop Vehicles Ltd (OSV): The premier automotive franchise
A definition of an 'entrepreneur' is someone who makes a profit by using their initiative, which is certainly true of Andy Brown. He is now the proud owner of OSV Chelmsford, which he operates alongside his job as a pilot with Ryan Air.

September 2005: ChipsAway International: The Future is Yours to Shape
If you dread returning from your summer holiday to the drudgery of employment, a franchise may provide the answer to a brighter future. ChipsAway's Megan Dunmore reflects on how more and more individuals are seeking to shape their futures with ChipsAway franchises

July/August 2005: Considering franchising your business?
With over 100 'experts' in the UK vying to offer you their services, it is important to select the right advice. Franchise Development Services Managing Director Roy Seaman offers his view

July/August 2005: Superseal International: Your Future
SuperSeal International Limited is the world leader in puncture protection. They are involved in the manufacture, supply, and installation of a Universal Tyre Sealant System, which puncture proofs tyres for the entire legal life of the tyre. They are the only tyre sealant company in the world who has PRODUCT LIABILITY FOR €6.5 MILLION EUROS THROUGH LLOYDS OF LONDON.

July/August 2005: ChipsAway International: One great franchise, one great package
The Pensions Problem is something we've all heard a lot about recently. For a fortunate few, however, there is no problem. Some have been lucky, some have saved hard and others - like Norman Ryan - made a smart move and bought a ChipsAway franchise, reports ChipsAway's Megan Dunmore

June 2005: ChipsAway International: "With Chips Away I Knew I Was Hooked!"
ChipsAway franchisee Carl Hardiman is one of several franchisees currently celebrating five years with the world's leading SMART repair specialist. ChipsAway's Megan Dunmore reveals how he has signed for a further five years to coincide with the launch of his new ChipsAway Car Care Centre, extending his already expanding business

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