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LAST UPDATED: September 1, 2023 FRANCHISE WEBSITE:<a href="https://radair.com/franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rad-air-complete-car-cares-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723513" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;https://radair.com/franchise/</a> NUMBER OF LOCATIONS:&nbsp;10 REPORTED COST TO GET IN:&nbsp;$145,500 to $573,000 REPORTED ROI (Item 19):&nbsp;N/A<a href="https://radair.com/franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rad-air-complete-car-cares-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723513" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Rad Air Complete Car Care and Tire Center</a> is an automotive repair and maintenance service franchise brand based in Northeast Ohio. Rad Air offers a wide variety of automotive services, including but not limited to brake and engine repair; wheel alignments; drivability issues; tune-ups; suspension repairs; and e-checks.It was first founded in 1975 in Parma Heights, Ohio, where it started as a radiator and air conditioning specialty shop. The brand expanded into complete automotive service in 1986 and began offering franchising opportunities in 1999.As a result of its services, MotorAge Magazine has named Rad Air one of the top 10 auto repair shops in the country five times since 2010. In 2022, Rad Air was recognized on<a href="https://radair.com/blog/2022/06/29/rad-air-frantastic-500/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rad-air-complete-car-cares-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723513" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;FranServe’s FRAN-TASTIC 500 list</a>.<h2>How Many Rad Air Complete Car Care Locations Are There?</h2>As of September 2023, there are 10 Rad Air locations established across<a href="https://radair.com/locations/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rad-air-complete-car-cares-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723513" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;Northeast Ohio</a>. The brand is actively looking to expand and is offering franchise opportunities in Ohio, Florida, Texas, Kentucky, Nashville and the Carolinas.According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0ArFJhZp_Q&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rad-air-complete-car-cares-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723513" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">William Snow</a>, the vice president of franchise development and operations at Rad Air, the brand aims to have at least five new franchises awarded within the next 12 months.<h2>What Is Rad Air Complete Car Care’s Business Model?</h2>Rad Air’s core business strategy is focused on delivering an extensive array of automotive services, while prioritizing transparency and customer satisfaction. As such, the brand lists the following benefits of its business model:<ul><li>Rad Air managers are certified, experienced automotive technicians instead of salespeople.</li><li>Its staff is paid fair, hourly wages or salaries, not commissions on what they sell to clients.</li><li>The brand prioritizes honesty and integrity.</li><li>Its technicians receive up-to-date, expert training and education at various times throughout the year.</li><li>Rad Air stands behind its work and provides a lifetime warranty.</li><li>The brand promises it will “never sell you a service you don’t need.”</li></ul>The brand offers both semi-absentee ownership and full-time ownership opportunities, providing flexibility to prospective franchisees. Additionally, Rad Air does not require its owners to have any previous automotive experience. Instead, the brand provides its new owners with comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training in order to run a successful business. Rad Air also provides franchisees with assistance in local marketing, leadership development, community events and business growth ideas.<h2>How Much Can Rad Air Complete Car Care Franchise Owners Make?</h2>Rad Air does not have a publicly available Item 19. To learn more,<a href="https://radair.com/franchise/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rad-air-complete-car-cares-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723513" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;contact the team&nbsp;</a>about reading the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which will state the total earnings of any company or franchise-owned unit as a reference.<h2>How Much Does It Cost to Open a Rad Air Complete Car Care Franchise?</h2>The initial investment required to open a Rad Air franchise ranges from $145,500 to $573K. Interested candidates must also have between $85K and $125K in liquid capital.<h2>What Is the Franchise Fee for Rad Air Complete Car Care?</h2>The initial franchise fee required to open a Rad Air franchise is $49,500.&nbsp;<h2>Who’s On Rad Air Complete Car Care’s Leadership Team?</h2><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyfiffick/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rad-air-complete-car-cares-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723513" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Andy Fiffick — Founder and CEO</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamsnow/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rad-air-complete-car-cares-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723513" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">William Snow — Vice President of Franchise Development and Operations</a></li></ul><h2>What Helpful Articles Can I Read to Learn More About Rad Air Complete Car Care?</h2><ul><li><a href="https://gaintractionpodcast.com/customer-satisfaction-franchising/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rad-air-complete-car-cares-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723513" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Customer Satisfaction, Franchising and Marketing in the Auto Care Industry with Andy Fiffick of Rad Air</a></li><li><a href="https://radair.com/blog/2022/06/29/rad-air-frantastic-500/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rad-air-complete-car-cares-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723513" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Rad Air Complete Care Care and Tire Centers Selected as One of FranServe’s 2022 FRAN-TASTIC 500 Franchises</a></li><li><a href="https://radair.com/blog/2021/12/29/press-release-for-franchise-journal-recognition/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rad-air-complete-car-cares-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723513" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Rad Air Receives National Franchise Journal Recognition</a></li><li><a href="https://radair.com/franchise/faq/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rad-air-complete-car-cares-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2723513" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Rad Air Franchise FAQs</a></li></ul>Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. 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Franchise Deep Dive: Rad Air Complete Car Care’s Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data

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