Moran Family of Brands

Top Automotive Services Franchisor Announces Milestone Deal; Creates Unified North American Leader in Automotive Service and Repair

ORLAND PARK, Ill. — In a milestone moment that reflects the strength and growth of the automotive aftermarket industry, Moran Family of Brands is expanding into Canada with the acquisition of Mister Transmission, creating a unified North American leader in automotive service and repair. Already owning U.S.-based Mr. Transmission, Moran has expanded its portfolio on an international scale to continue meeting the evolving needs of automotive customers.

Key Benefits of Mister Transmission Joining the Moran Family of Brands

• Expanded Customer Warranty Support: Integrating Mister Transmission with Mr. Transmission expands Moran Family of Brands’ geographic footprint and enhances customer support across borders. This alignment ensures consistent warranty coverage, giving customers greater peace of mind and a seamless service experience throughout North America.
• Cross-Border Network and Operational Strength: For the first time in the brands’ histories, this landmark unification establishes a consolidated North American network. Shared resources, expertise, and operational infrastructure across the U.S. and Canada position the organization for accelerated expansion and industry leadership.

With the historic alignment of Canada-based Mister Transmission, Moran Family of Brands’ portfolio now includes seven brands: Mr. Transmission, Mister Transmission, Milex Complete Auto Care, Turbo Tint, Multistate Transmissions, Dr. Nick’s Transmissions and Alta Mere. All the transmission brands will operate under a combined leadership vision across the U.S. and Canada.

“This is a landmark moment for our company,” said Barbara Moran-Goodrich, CEO of Moran Family of Brands. “By bringing these two strong brands together, we are combining decades of technical expertise, shared values, and operational excellence. Together, we can serve our customers even better, provide unmatched support to our franchisees, and set a new standard for the North American automotive services industry.”

What This Means for the Franchise Network

• The combined North American organization will focus on enhancing operational capabilities, technology and diagnostics resources, marketing reach, and training and support for franchisees.
• With a combined footprint and a shared culture rooted in integrity, technical expertise, and customer service, Moran Family of Brands is further positioned to lead the next era of transmission repair, drivetrain services, and general automotive repair.
• Leadership of both organizations remains in place.
  • Barb Moran-Goodrich will serve as CEO of the combined North American organization.
  • Peter Baldine will continue as President of Moran Family of Brands in the U.S.
  • Tony Kuczynski will continue as President of Mister Transmission in Canada.

“We’re making history here as we enter an exciting chapter for our brands,” said Kuczynski. “Moran Family of Brands and Mister Transmission are leaders in our respective countries, and together we are building a stronger North American organization. With greater scale, resources, and shared expertise, we can better serve our customers, support our franchisees, and lead the industry forward.”

Looking ahead, Moran’s focus in 2026 will surround strategic system integration, scaling franchise development in key markets, strengthening operational alignment, and leveraging shared values and a proven history to accelerate growth throughout the U.S. and Canada.

“This transition is a proud and emotional moment for me,” said Paul Craven, Former Chairman of Mister Transmission. “We built something truly special and Moran Family of Brands reflects the same values, integrity, and focus on long-term success that has guided us for over 60 years. I am confident that this next phase will serve our franchisees, our team, and our customers exceptionally well.”

With this expansion it brings nearly 200 locations across North America, Moran Family of Brands is advancing alongside a rapidly growing automotive aftermarket industry, forecasted to hit $664 Billion by 2028, $804.87 Billion by 2030, and $1 Trillion by 2035.

For more information on Moran Family of Brands, visit moranfamilyofbrands.com. To learn more about franchise opportunities, visit moranfamilyofbrands.com/auto-franchise-opportunities. For Mister Transmission franchise opportunities in Canada, visit https://www.mistertransmission.com/franchise-opportunities/.

Leading Automotive Franchise Encourages Franchisees and Communities to Give Back this Holiday Season

ORLAND PARK, Ill. – In the spirit of giving, Moran Family of Brands is excited to announce a nationwide holiday toy drive from November 10, 2024 – December 10, 2024. Customers and community members are invited to drop off toys to be donated to Toys for Tots at select locations across its repair and tint brands including Mr. Transmission, Milex Complete Auto Care, Turbo Tint, Alta Mere, Multistate Transmissions, and Dr. Nick’s Transmissions.

Guided by the core values of DRIVE — dedication, respect, integrity, vision, and engagement — Moran Family of Brands is committed to making a meaningful impact on as many lives as possible. The brand strives to raise awareness for important causes and has supported the Toys for Tots Foundation for many years through various drives, donations, and other initiatives.

DETAILS:

• Duration: November 10, 2024 – December 10, 2024
• How to Participate: Customers and community members can visit participating locations and drop off new, unwrapped toys to be donated to Toys for Tots.
  • Anyone who donates will be entered into a raffle for a $100 Amazon gift card. The raffle winner will be contacted after December 10.
• Donation Match: For every toy donated, Moran Family of Brands will contribute $1 to Toys for Tots, up to a total of $5,000, to be used to provide additional gifts and much-needed resources to children.
• Purpose: Toys for Tots has donated 677 million toys to 301 million deserving children. By supporting their mission, Moran Family of Brands helps make a significant impact by providing less fortunate children with toys and cherished memories.

“This holiday season, we have a wonderful opportunity to spread joy and hope to children in need through our Toys for Tots drive,” said Barbara Moran-Goodrich, CEO of Moran Family of Brands. “Our brand has proudly supported this organization for many years because we believe every child deserves the chance to experience the magic of the holidays. By uniting as a community, we can create a meaningful impact and bring smiles to those who need it most. We invite everyone to join us in providing more children with gifts this season.”

To further celebrate the holiday season, Turbo Tint franchise locations will be offering 25% off all automotive window tint services from November 25 to December 25. Known as Tintmas, this exclusive discount gives customers the perfect opportunity to enhance their vehicle’s style and privacy while adding protection against harmful UV rays—all at an incredible holiday rate.

For more information on Moran Family of Brands, visit https://moranfamilyofbrands.com/.