Transmission and automotive repair & services
ABC-CO - NASDAQ
The investment required to open a Cottman Transmission Systems Franchise is between $192,000 - $230,000 . There is an initial franchise fee of $37,500 which grants you the license to run a business under the Cottman Transmission Systems name.
| Expense | In-House | Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | No | Yes |
| Startup Costs | No | Yes |
| Equipment | No | Yes |
| Inventory | No | Yes |
| Accounts Receivable | No | No |
| Payroll | No | Yes |
Third Party Financing Source(s):
https://bqual.boefly.com/cottman
Training
Training class room at Corporate Office - Horsham, PA (2 weeks)
-Security/safety procedures
Support
Opening Support:
- Training class room at Corporate Office - Horsham, PA (2 weeks)
- In-field training
- Real Estate - Assistance finding a suitable location (if needed)
- Operations Team assigned to assist in the transition
- Grand Opening
- Sales Development Plan
- Marketing Plan
Ongoing Training and Support:
- Technical Hotline available
- Cottman Business Management System - POS
- Financial Assistance provided
- Franchisee intranet portal
- National PR Firm
- Technical Training (in house and on site)
- Localized commercial accounts
- Advertising Program
o Traditional and Internet Advertising
o Franchisee Website
o Pay Per Click
o Award-winning Cottman Man Blog
o Cottman Webinar Series Award winning National website (Cottman.com)
o Award-winning Cottman Man Educational Video Series
o Social Media
-Security/safety procedures
-Field operations/evaluations
-Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
*Ad slicks
*National media
*Regional advertising
| Year | U.S.A. | Canada | International | Corporate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 54 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 59 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 67 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 65 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2005 | 400 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 | 382 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 | 369 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 | 332 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 | 299 | 4 | 1 | 6 |
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How much money you could make as a Cottman Transmission Systems Franchise owner depends on a wide variety of factors. As a business owner, your primary goals are to strive for high sales while keeping your oper_ating costs as low as possible while still maintaining quality products and service. The monthly oper_ating costs that you will incur as a Cottman Transmission Systems Franchise owner may include royalty fees, rent or mortgage, staffing, products, supplies, utilities, administrative costs and other things. Although your monthly oper_ating costs may vary from month to month, your start up costs are typically fixed and they will cover the majority of your initial oper_ating equipment, signage, and renovations.
Legal Disclaimer: This information is not a franchise offering for Cottman Transmission Systems and should not be construed as such. The Franchise Mall makes every effort to maintain accurate franchise data but does not guarantee nor assume liability for incorrect data. We recomend that anyone seriously interested in pursuing an Cottman Transmission Systems franchise opportunity, review that franchise's Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) with an attorney and accountant.