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July 30, 2009

Interstate All Battery Charges Nation

Congratulations to Interstate All Battery Center on becoming the only all battery franchise system to solidify a presence in all 50 states with the signings of two new franchisees, Ron and Debbie Farmer from West Virginia and Stan Kirk from Delaware. Kirk and the Farmers offer more than 60 years of experience in the battery industry to retail and commercial customers.
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March 26, 2009

Interstate Welcomes NASCAR Fans

As Sunday, April 5 draws near, racing excitement can be felt at Interstate Batteries corporate office, located just 35 miles west of the almost 12-year-old Texas Motor Speedway track. Interstate was the title sponsor of the 1997 inagural Texas race, and at that time, sponsored the No. 18 Chevy driven by Motorsports Hall of Fame inductee Bobby Labonte. Help us cheer on No. 18 driving sensation Kyle Busch as he heats up the track in Interstate green — a color you’ll likely see around town as you head into Interstate Batteries territory.

March 23, 2009

Interstate Named to Exclusive Franchise List–2nd Year In A Row!

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March 20, 2009

All Battery University - Tops in Franchise Training Programs

Interstate All Battery announces the opening of its new training center designed to serve the company's expanding franchise system. Read the full article posted on Reuters.com ...
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March 15, 2009

Preparing for Spring Powersports Fun

As the air grows warmer and the days grow longer, the lure of the open road gains appeal. But, before drivers dust off their motorcycle, ATV or personal watercraft...
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January 26, 2009

Joe Gibbs Flips Norm Miller for the Win

Arena racing took an unexpected turn Friday night when Joe Gibbs flipped Norm’s car during lap 5. Check out the footage!
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January 16, 2009

Joe Gibbs, Norm Miller to Compete in Arena Race

Richmond, VA - Arena Racing USA®, the nation’s premier indoor stock car sport, announced today that retired Washington Redskins Hall of Fame coach Joe Gibbs and owner of Joe Gibbs Racing will be appearing at the January 23rd Arena Racing USA event at the Hampton Coliseum. During this special appearance, Joe will be racing Interstate Batteries Chairman, Norm Miller, a long time sponsor of the Joe Gibbs Racing’s #18 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Car.
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January 12, 2009

Interstate All Battery Makes Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 List!

Congratulations to Interstate All Battery Center for making Entrepreneur Magazine’s 30th Annual Franchise 500! “ As a third-year franchisor, we are appropriately flattered to enter at the midway point of Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list,” said All Battery Vice President Mickey Elam. “This speaks to our incredible growth and we certainly will use this designation for recruiting purposes.”
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January 9, 2009

All Battery Donates More Than 1,000 Batteries to U.S. Troops!

The Interstate All Battery team recently donated more than 1,000 AA and AAA alkaline batteries to the U.S. troops being deployed out of DFW Airport. This effort was in conjunction with the USO—a private, nonprofit organization that supports the troops by providing morale, welfare and recreation-type services—plus much-needed supplies for their tours of duty.
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December 23, 2008

Outrageously Dependable Web Banners Launch

Be among the first to see Interstate’s digital ads and hear a sample of our radio show sponsorships!

Interstate Batteries is making a powerful impression on battery customers with our “Outrageously Dependable’ ad campaign! Digital banner ads are launching on millions of computers, mobile phones and wireless PDAs right when the cold weather hits across much of North America.
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December 1, 2008

All Battery Center Opens In San Diego

Many drivers are familiar with Interstate batteries for automotive uses, but the company has moved into San Diego with a bigger presence. The Interstate All Battery Center has recently opened at 9345 Cabot Drive in the Miramar area.
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November 25, 2008

God’s Love Commercial Increases Brand Loyalty Across U.S.

Have you heard the latest Interstate buzz? The word is spreading about our animated TV commercial entitled “God’s Love.”

More than 114 million impressions have been made through this thought-provoking commercial during a nationwide advertising blitz on DISH Network.
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November 13, 2008

Interstate Voted Best Batteries Again!

For the second year in a row, automotive technicians across the United States named Interstate the “Best Battery” in an independent survey by Frost & Sullivan!

In the 2008 survey, Interstate emerged as the overwhelming leader in the battery category by nearly the same amount of U.S. automotive technicians in 2007.
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October 27, 2008

Interstate Batteries of Southwestern Oklahoma Sells 1 Million Batteries!

Dallas, Texas—Interstate Batteries of Southwestern Oklahoma announces the sale of 1 million new SLI batteries since opening their doors in 1975.

“We are excited to be just the 45th independently-owned Interstate distributorship to achieve this goal,” said owner Tom Rickey.
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September 24, 2008

Interstate Batteries Selects Firehouse As Advertising Agency of Record

DALLAS—Interstate Battery System of America, Inc. (Interstate Batteries), the billion dollar battery company with a distribution point in every county in the U.S., recently selected Dallas-based independent Firehouse as its advertising agency of record following a month-long review process.
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July 15, 2008

Interstate Batteries of Utah Recognized as Best in Class

Dallas, Texas—Interstate Batteries recently announced during its biennial convention held in Washington, DC, that IBS of Utah Distributor Stan Corbridge won the coveted Best in Class award—a prestigious honor among the international Interstate Battery System. This elite award was given to only three of Interstate’s 300 distributors serving 200,000 accounts throughout North America, with Mr. Corbridge excelling in Specialty Products category.
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July 15, 2008

Interstate Batteries of Inland Empire Recognized as Best in Class

Dallas, Texas—Interstate Batteries recently announced during its biennial convention held in Washington, DC, that Inland Empire Distributor Larry Burke won the coveted Best in Class award—a prestigious honor among the international Interstate Battery System. This elite award was given to only three of Interstate’s 300 distributors serving 200,000 accounts throughout North America, with Mr. Burke excelling in the DODD National Accounts service category.
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July 9, 2008

Interstate Batteries of Potomac Valley Recognized as Best in Class

Dallas, Texas—Interstate Batteries recently announced during its biennial convention held in Washington, DC, that Potomac Valley Distributor Brandon Shank won the coveted Best in Class award—a prestigious honor among the international Interstate Battery System. This elite award was given to only three of Interstate’s 300 distributors serving 200,000 accounts throughout North America, with Mr. Shank excelling in the ILD Growth category.
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May 2, 2008

El Centro Resident Receives 2008 Chevrolet for Achieving Interstate Batteries’ Prestigious Gold Member Status

Dallas, Texas—Interstate Battery System of America, Inc. is pleased to announce the induction of District Sales Manager Robert Lindsley from El Centro, Calif., into its prestigious Gold Club.

The Gold Club was created for exemplary salesmen whose pursuit for excellence is unparalleled throughout the organization. As Interstate’s latest inductee, Robert received a new 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD LT truck complete with graphics and amenities. Prior to joining Interstate Batteries in 2005, Robert worked at IBS of San Diego for 10 years.
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May 2, 2008

Chris Willis promoted to Vice President of Human Resources and General Counsel

Dallas, Texas—Interstate Batteries is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Willis to Vice President of Human Resources and General Counsel.

Chris joined Interstate in January 2005 as Director of Legal Affairs and became Director of Human Resources in August 2006 and General Counsel in January 2007.
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May 1, 2008

Scott Miller promoted to Vice President of Advertising and Public Relations

Dallas, Texas—Interstate Batteries is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Miller to Vice President of Advertising and Public Relations.

Scott graduated from Colorado Christian University in 1991 with a degree in Business Management. Upon graduation, he joined the Interstate system and has served as a National Account Executive and Manager, Independent Distributor Regional Manager, Director of Marketing and Director of Interstate-Owned Territories.
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