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Billions of dollars are being spent on automotive accessories every year as vehicle owners either look to squeeze a few more years out of their beloved old motor or 'pimp' their ride and turn a boring car into something much cooler.

Indeed the phenomenal success of the MTV show Pimp My Ride has made enhancing cars a popular hobby as well as a way to show off a flashy set of wheels. With this in mind what better way to set up a business in the automotive industry than to invest in a car accessory franchise?

Some car accessory businesses now focus on this new trend and offer window tinting, outrageous paint jobs, trendy spoilers and top of the range entertainment systems.

Others sell more traditional accessories, capitalising on the need for safety and security by offering immobilisers, remote engine start systems and satellite navigation systems.

And of course there are the more traditional car parts businesses selling used parts and spares for even the most uncommon of models.

Franchisees can therefore be sure to find a business opportunity that suits their particular interests and turn a passion for cars into a satisfying career.

But of course going the franchise way means franchisees do not have to have an automotive background. Franchise companies offer comprehensive pre-opening training and assistance programmes to help aspiring entrepreneurs get to grips with the gears.

Other benefits that come with investing in a franchise include site selection assistance and facilities design. This is of huge importance in the car accessory market, especially if a franchise specialises in accessories for a certain type of vehicle or is targeted at a certain group of motorists.

Opening a parts business for sports cars in a rural area is perhaps not the best way to go about making a profit. Therefore determining market demand in a given area is essential, as is keeping an eye on the level of competition, ensuring that where a similar business exists there is room for another to thrive.

Once the business is up and running franchisees will receive ongoing help and support to make sure they maintain their success. Advertising and marketing support will be provided taking the pressure off the franchisee, and the parent company will offer an already established group of suppliers from which to purchase stock.

Indeed the majority of families own at least one car, and so long as those cars are on the road the need for new parts and accessories will remain.

So for savvy entrepreneurs who have sound business management experience, a good head for sales and an ability to engage with customers from all walks of life, an automotive accessory franchise could be the career opportunity they've been waiting for.

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