FASA welcomes CARtime as a member – A franchise option for an ever-changing world

For more than 27 years, CARtime has remained at the forefront of South Africa’s automotive aftermarket industry, establishing itself as a recognised and trusted national franchise network with 55 branches nationwide. As a professionally managed automotive aftermarket franchise group, CARtime has consistently evolved to meet changing consumer expectations and industry developments while delivering exceptional value to both customers and franchise partners.

CARtime was one of the pioneers of the fixed-price quality service model in South Africa, helping to reshape consumer expectations within the independent automotive service industry. The introduction of Right to Repair legislation in July 2021 has further strengthened the independent aftermarket sector by providing motorists with greater freedom to choose where they service and maintain their vehicles without being restricted to dealership service networks.

This shift has created significant opportunities for professionally managed automotive service centre networks such as CARtime. Supported by recurring customer demand and a resilient industry sector, CARtime offers franchisees the opportunity to invest in a structured turnkey business model backed by established operational systems, proprietary workshop management software, national supplier relationships, digital booking and marketing infrastructure, and comprehensive franchise support.

Franchising with CARtime is more than acquiring the rights to operate under a recognised brand. It is an opportunity to become part of a professionally managed national business system developed over nearly three decades of continuous refinement and operational excellence. Franchisees benefit from proven business processes, consistent national operating standards, ongoing business development support and access to a collaborative network committed to long-term success.

From initial site selection through to opening day, CARtime provides a comprehensive turnkey implementation programme designed to establish each franchise for sustainable growth. This includes assistance with identifying suitable premises, service centre planning and fit-out, recruitment support, an intensive three-week franchise training programme combining classroom and practical operational experience, and the delivery of a fully operational service centre ready to commence trading.

Every CARtime service centre is equipped with professional-grade equipment, advanced diagnostic technology and access to current industry data, enabling franchisees to deliver high-quality service while operating within a modern, efficient and scalable business environment.

With a recognised national brand, structured operational support, ongoing franchise development, industry accreditation relationships and a proven business model, CARtime provides entrepreneurs, investors and business owners with the opportunity to build a sustainable business within one of South Africa’s leading automotive aftermarket franchise systems.

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