AUTOMOTIVE BRANDS GROUP
The Automotive Brands Group consists of 5 major brands; Autobarn, Autopro, Midas, ABS Auto and Opposite Lock.
Automotive Brands has a network of over 400 stores and service centres Australia wide and is Australia's largest distributor and franchise operator in the automotive parts and aftermarket sector as well as being the third largest participant in Australia servicing the automotive parts and aftermarket sector.
Automotive Brands Group prides itself on supporting customers and suppliers; ensuring our people are empowered and accountable; adding value in our community.
In July 2012, Automotive Brands became part of Metcash Limited with an agreement to acquire a 75.1% stake in the Group and gained the independent network of Autobarn and Autopro stores.
In May 2014, Metcash Automotive acquired the Australia-wide Midas service network; adding 89 Midas stores, and 53 ABS stores; significantly expanding the automotive service offer. With Metcash, Automotive Brands culture as an independent retailer has been protected and the brand's future as a vibrant, growing retailer in the Australian market is assured.
In July 2015, Bursons Group fully acquired Metcash Automotive which has now been renamed to Aftermarket Network Australia. Bursons currently has 125 stores throughout Australia.
ABS AUTO
At ABS, we are passionate about our customers and our goal is to provide the best customer service and the most professional care so you can have peace of mind that your family is travelling safe all year round.
ABS Auto are a one stop shop for all your vehicle servicing needs ranging from minor, major and logbook services, brake and clutch, cooling system through to suspension and steering, clutch replacement and any other mechanical repairs or services that may be needed.
ABS Auto is a group of Automotive Specialists starting out in 1981 as a single parts remanufacturing business in Fitzroy. By 1984 business had quickly bloomed to a point where operations, systems and the ABS brand had developed into a fully functional Franchise System. By 1990 ABS Auto opened their first interstate stores in Tasmania, closely followed by Perth in 1994 and Adelaide 1996. Today ABS Auto has grown to a total of 55 stores operating in every State and Territory across Australia.
With years of experience and that personal touch ABS make sure the customer and their car always have a second home with ABS. The ABS Auto mission is to keep the customer and their family safe on the roads all year round.
Be Part of one of Australia's largest specialist Car Service, Brake & Trade Parts Franchise groups and enjoy:
Personal Job SatisfactionYou are the boss with the help of our supportQuick return on investmentExcellent Cash flow and ProfitsBuying powerCapital growth
At ABS Auto we believe success is all about systems
System Components that drive the success of our Franchisees include:
Site Criteria (Access, Livery, Layout)Site Analysis (Demographics, Traffic Flow, Visibility)Personal Development (Train, Monitor, Feedback)Brand Value (Recognition, Trust, Position)
What Drives the ABS Auto System
Information Flow (Computer IT, Benchmarking)Planning (Ongoing Franchise Analysis)Service (Customer focus, retention and promotion)Quality (Setting Standards, Measurement of results, Feedback & improvement)People (Collective Support and Commitment)
Marketing Programs
Nationally promoted BrandNational Warranty ProgramLocal Area Marketing ProgramsNational Media Programs & SupportPoint of Sale MaterialWeb Site / Customer Booking and FeedbackCustomer Retention ProgramCo-operative Business links
MIDAS
Midas is a trusted household name with over 30 years experience in the Australian Market. Initially establishing itself as an exhaust and muffler specialist, we've become the auto service experts specialising in car service, brakes, suspension and, yes of course, exhausts.
There are currently over 85 Midas Auto Service Expert centres across Australia, with a mix of company and franchise owned stores. We have an ambitious plan to grow our network across Australia and are continually looking for exciting new locations.
The Midas brand is synonymous with high quality, trust and attention to customer needs. We offer down-to-earth pricing, with no 'ifs' or 'buts'. We want our customers to know where they stand – by clearly outlining their service options, and enabling them to pay for the service over time. We manage one of the country's largest networks of auto service centres, and we are committed to expanding our services whenever we can to create a better and more transparent offering for our customers.
We operate as part of a community of customers, employees, franchisees, suppliers and consultants. The franchisees and Midas work together in an open environment based on common goals and mutual trust. Midas demands integrity throughout the organisation and seeks to work within the spirit as well as within the letter of the law. We involve our suppliers and consultants in the running of the business and consider them true partners. Midas delegates authority to its employees to act and make decisions and encourages its employees to take an ownership interest in the business by creating an informal and enjoyable environment which stimulates each person to develop new ideas and initiate improvements to Midas' methods of operation. Both employees and franchisees alike can take great satisfaction from Midas' achievements and can be proud of the part they play in its success.
AUTOBARN
Established in 1985, Autobarn has a network of more than 110 stores nationwide making it the largest independently owned automotive parts and accessories retailer in Australia.
The business has an enviable track record of success and growth with some stores in the group having traded for over 20 years. The longevity of the business, combined with consistent, high quality marketing activity, means that the brand has become iconic in the Australian market and enjoys enormous consumer goodwill and recognition.
Autobarn stores typically occupy prominent, high traffic, choice retail locations. Autobarn enjoys strong landlord support and demand given the group's successful history and the underlying support of the Automotive Brands Group and Metcash.
Autobarn is a sophisticated franchise system providing strong support to its franchisees across all management operations disciplines. This ranges from product buying to book keeping, hands on merchandisers to Local Area Marketing.
To be successful as an Autobarn Franchisee, the basic requirements are passion and enthusiasm about the Brand, the product, your staff and the service you give to your customers.
The training Autobarn offers its franchisees and store staff has set a new benchmark in the Australian retail automotive aftermarket.
Under the banner of the 'Autobarn Retail Training Academy' Autobarn offer a four week in-house induction program for all new staff; Business Improvement Series sessions where franchisees learn how to run their businesses more effectively; ongoing online product training sessions; the Team Excellence Program which is a certified Government funded training program for store staff as well as offering a Certificate III Trade Qualification to become an Auto Electrician.
AUTOPRO
Established in 1982, Autopro has a network of 100 plus stores nationwide making it one of the oldest and largest independently owned automotive parts and accessories retailers in Australia.
Autopro has many opportunities available and is looking for motivated Franchisees who would like to own and run their own business.
Autopro stores pride themselves on being independently and locally owned and operated, protecting the economic diversity of local communities. With strong growth across Australia, we are always on the lookout for passionate and motivated people to become Franchisees. Many current Autopro Franchisees have found the job so rewarding they now own more than one Autopro.
Autopro is a robust franchise system providing strong support to its franchisees across all management operations disciplines. This ranges from product buying, warehousing, distribution, retail operations support and business marketing.
To be successful as an Autopro Franchisee, you need to be passionate and enthusiastic about the Brand, the product, your staff and the service you give to your customers.
A successful Autopro Franchisee is someone who:
Is passionate about all things automotiveIs enthusiastic, dedicated and committedIs driven and focusedHas strong people skillsHas a desire to see small businesses grow and succeedIs determined
