08/05/2024 | Press Release

Bosch Auto Service Alamo Ranch Launches as First Texas Franchise Location

Bosch Automotive Workshop Services LLC has opened its second auto repair franchise in San Antonio, Texas


  • HonduCar Collision will expand into full-service repair as Bosch Auto Service Alamo Ranch, open to the public on August 1, 2024
  • The workshop will benefit from advanced technical training, exclusive equipment offerings, business planning and resources through Bosch
  • Bosch Auto Service Alamo Ranch is the second workshop to join the Bosch Auto Service franchise program and the first location in Texas

Oakbrook Terrace, Ill. – Bosch Automotive Workshop Services LLC (Bosch Auto Service) has opened the first Texas location of its new workshop franchisee in San Antonio. Bosch Auto Service Alamo Ranch opened to the public on August 1, 2024 and offers complete auto repair services. This is the second Bosch Auto Service franchisee location.

Joining the Bosch Auto Service franchise program allows us to evolve our workshop with the latest service technology while maintaining our role as a staple in the San Antonio community,” said Elvin Varela Sr, owner of Bosch Auto Service Alamo Ranch. “Our business has always been rooted in helping others, and the best part of owning this workshop is connecting with people, helping the community and mentoring my staff.

Bosch Auto Service Alamo Ranch builds on 20 years of experience serving the greater San Antonio community. The shop will receive cosmetic and operational upgrades, including a full interior and exterior Bosch Auto Service rebrand, along with access to Bosch’s marketing resources and support, exclusive equipment deals, technical training and on-going coaching and business support.

Bosch Auto Service franchise Alamo Ranch team
Additional resources include software and management solutions through Tekmetric and Shopgenie to streamline servicing and workflow, as well as a new alignment machine.

The Bosch Auto Service Franchise program elevates workshops in the independent automotive aftermarket looking to uplevel their business. Franchisees benefit from a business model rooted in the latest technology and trusted experience from the many OE and aftermarket relationships available through Bosch and its 135 years of shop-support experience. Workshops who join the franchise will gain access to Bosch training, resources, tools, equipment and new technology for their business.

“The Bosch Auto Service franchise program was the perfect solution to take our shop to the next level, deliver the best possible service and preserve the integrity of our business,” said Elvin Varela Jr., General Manager of the new Bosch Auto Service Alamo Ranch.

About Bosch

The Mobility Aftermarket division (MA) provides the aftermarket and repair shops worldwide with modern diagnostic and repair shop equipment and a wide range of spare parts – from new and exchange parts to repair solutions – for passenger cars and commercial vehicles. Its product portfolio includes products made as Bosch original equipment, products developed in-house and specifically manufactured for the aftermarket, as well as services. About 16,000 associates, as well as a global logistics network, ensure that spare parts reach customers quickly and on time. MA supplies testing and repair-shop technology, diagnostic software, service training, and information services. In addition, the division is responsible for the “Bosch Service” repair-shop franchise, one of the world’s largest independent chains of repair-shops, with some 15,000 workshops, and more than 1,000 “AutoCrew” partners. In addition, with Bosch Classic, MA supports owners of classic cars with a wide range of spare parts and services.


Additional information can be accessed at www.boschaftermarket.com

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