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The Franchise Expo

If you are a would-be entrepreneur, there is no better place to gain insight than The Franchise Expo, at the Dallas Market Center Oct. 15-16. Do not be deterred by the shaky economy; franchising is a proven business model. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce, 95% of franchises are still in business after [...]


Funding Youth for Tomorrow Today

NASCAR show cars and haulers served as some of the many attractions at this year’s NASCAR Day for Youth for Tomorrow. Interstate All Battery Center® in Woodbridge, Va., joined with racing history July 23 to change the lives of at-risk teens through Youth for Tomorrow (YFT). The famous Old Dominion Speedway hosted Joe Gibbs, founder [...]


Best Franchise Opportunities

Interstate All Battery Center Are you interested in becoming a battery expert and joining a successful franchise system? Consider franchising with Interstate All Battery Center®. People have trusted the Interstate Batteries® brand since 1952, and its award-winning franchise system can help you claim your piece of the growing battery market. Request your Franchise Information Packet today. [...]


Why the World Needs Battery Recycling

Battery recycling seems complicated, and many of us have scores of dead batteries around our houses, because we are not quite sure what to do with them. It is tempting to simply throw them in the trash. Before you do that, there are some things to know about battery recycling. Recycling is the easiest way [...]


Opportunity Abounds in the Battery Business

The battery business is booming. The industry is predicted to rake in an estimated $86.2 billion annually by 2012. Why the strong outlook? Interstate Batteries offers a few reasons: Batteries are everywhere.The rise in portable devices like cellphones and laptops has been a boon for the batteries that power them. And let’s not forget cars, [...]


PODER Magazine – Interstate All Battery, Best Franchise for Hispanics

For five years, PODER Magazine surveyed Hispanic diversity in franchises. This year, Interstate All Battery Center stood out as one of the best 25 franchises for Hispanics. PODER Magazine, which takes its name from the Spanish verb meaning “to be able,” selects its top 25 franchises from a survey sent to more than 3,500 franchisors [...]


Hiring Talent

Hiring Talent is important to the success of any business, but many managers find the hiring process to be intimidating. Make it easier by setting clear objectives and a plan to find the perfect candidate for the job. Hire talent over skill. Skills can be taught and experience must be gained, but talent is something [...]


Interstate All Battery Franchise Owner – Robert & Ann Sharber

Interstate All Battery Center Are you interested in becoming a battery expert and joining a successful franchise system? Consider franchising with Interstate All Battery Center®. People have trusted the Interstate Batteries® brand since 1952, and its award-winning franchise system can help you claim your piece of the growing battery market. Request your Franchise Information Packet today. [...]


Interstate All Battery Center Fights Crime

Franchise owners Don Atkins, left, and Robert Montgomery supplied the unique power solution for the high-tech crime suppression surveillance vehicle, affectionately called the Armadillo. (Courtesy photo | Interstate All Battery Center Lafayette) A new crime fighting tool is patrolling the streets of Lafayette, La., lending the police an extra set of eyes that never sleeps, [...]


Hot Weather Damages Car Batteries – Interstate All Battery Franchise

Interstate All Battery Center Are you interested in becoming a battery expert and joining a successful franchise system? Consider franchising with Interstate All Battery Center®. People have trusted the Interstate Batteries® brand since 1952, and its award-winning franchise system can help you claim your piece of the growing battery market. Request your Franchise Information Packet today. [...]