Franchise details

We invest in a long term relationship and offer a 5 year agreement with a 5 year right of renewal.

You receive immediate brand recognition (over 57% of licences drivers belong to the AA), national marketing, a signage package, an exclusive geographic territory and training to perform AA Pre-Purchase Inspections.

Ongoing, we support sites with regular field visits focused on growing your business and maintaining high standards.

You will also have access to significant buying discounts on parts, lubricants, banking, fuel, stationery, uniform and EFTPOS.

1. Are we looking for a site near you?

We are seeking franchises in the following areas:

NORTH ISLAND	SOUTH ISLAND
Silverdale, Orewa, Hibiscus Coast area	Blenheim
Auckland - contact to discuss	Rangiora
Massey, West Auckland	Ashburton
Masterton	Roslyn, Maori Hill area, Dunedin
Rototuna area, Hamilton	Queenstown
Greerton area, Tauranga	Invercargill
Whakatane
Gisborne
Napier
Porirua
Johnsonville, Ngaio area, Wellington
Kilbirnie, Miramar area, Wellington

2. What location and facilities do we look for?

Successful locations tend to be on main roads or main thoroughfares. We look for good exposure, a suitably sized building, off road parking and nearby entertainment for customers.

3. What are the start up costs?

The initial franchise fee is $40,000 + GST and additional investment will depend upon the standard of any existing facilities. This investment provides a 5 year agreement plus a 5 year right of renewal.

4. What are the ongoing franchise fees?

There is a monthly management fee and marketing fee which is calculated as a percentage of the gross turnover of the business.

5. What are the required workshop standards?

AA Auto Centre workshops are uncluttered, clean, bright and well presented. We have requirements for floor and wall treatments, equipment and hazard identification.

6. What are the required reception standards?

Reception areas should be modern, clean and well presented. We have requirements for the fit out, including floors, walls, furniture and counters. The AA provides poster holders and a menu board that is located behind the counter.

7. What are the staff and uniform requirements?

The minimum site employment requirement is for an owner/manager, one trade qualified technician, one service technician and a receptionist.
Uniform is required for staff working in the AA Auto Centre and this can either be leased or purchased.

8. What tools are required?

A list of minimum tools can be provided upon request.