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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Mr. Transmission vs Active Tire including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $203,613 - $296,767 | $130,000 - $225,000 |
Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $25,000 |
Royalty Fee | 7% | 6% |
Advertising Fee | $100/mo. | 2.5% |
Year Founded | 1956 | 1982 |
Year Franchised | 1976 | 1983 |
Term Of Agreement | 20 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 20 years | - |
Renewal Fee | $2.5K | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/Yes | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/No | -/- |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | No/Yes | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | - |
Support | Whether you are looking for a single brand opportunity or a co-brand approach, we offer you the support to build and sustain a successful business. On-Site and Classroom Training: During your hands-on training, you'll learn firsthand about how the business works. You'll interface with employees and customers. You'll watch the selling process in action. You become familiar with the business, inside and out. Pre-Opening Support Services: Site Selection Assistance Lease Negotiation Assistance Third Party Financing Relationships (including SBA) New Business Start-Up Planning Comprehensive Concept & Operational Training: Proven Business Systems Implementation Financial Management Training Lead Generation System Training Personnel and Safety Systems Customer Relations Training Marketing and Sales Development Business to Business Sales Training and Programs Ongoing Support Services and Franchisee Assistance Technical Assistance "Hot-Line" Lead Generation Programs Supplier Relationships System Wide Intranet National Warranty Program Customer Financing Programs National Fleet Programs Human Resources and Personnel Consultation Custom Designed Computer Software Business Performance Analysis | - |
Marketing | Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising | - |
Operations |
Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 - 5
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (93% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | No | - |
A perceived brand for more than 50 years, we've manufactured a strong notoriety as the expert transmission specialists.
* As the second biggest transmission establishment in the province, we are one of the business pioneers.
* Specializing in transmission and drive prepare support repair, modifies and substitution.
Since 1982 Active Green + Ross has operated Southern Ontario's premier chain of Complete Tire & Auto Centres with over 65 locations in Ontario to serve you.
We offer our customers a complete line and selection of passenger and
light truck tires from the worlds premier tire manufacturers, such as
Michelin, BFGoodrich, Uniroyal and Yokohama.
All Active Green + Ross locations offer complete general automotive service and repairs to most car and light truck models. Special emphasis is placed on Preventative Maintenance repairs such as brakes, suspension and front end repairs, wheel alignment, tire balancing and lube & oil changes.
To schedule your next car or light truck vehicle maintenance service appointment or to purchase tires, please use our interactive tire & auto centre finder to locate the Active Green + Ross nearest you.