DATE:
NOV. 20, 2002
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
T0211-04

FOR MORE INFORMATION:�
MONICA BUCHHOLZ�
(877) 550-4286

www.iatn.net

iATN® MEMBERS PERFORM 52.2 MILLION
VEHICLE SERVICINGS PER YEAR

Brea, CA — �Results of an online poll conducted by the International Automotive Technicians' Network (iATN) indicate that the average iATN member works on 4.783 vehicles per day. Collectively, the 41,986 active members of iATN service more than 200,819 vehicles per day, and perform well over 52.2 million vehicle servicings annually.

The poll was conducted when iATN had 36,557 members. Of those members, 3,078 responded to the question, "On average, how many vehicles do you personally service every day?" A subsequent online poll conducted by iATN determined that the average iATN member is open for business an average of 5.45 days per week.

"iATN members strive for professionalism, integrity and competence. By collectively servicing this many vehicles on an annual basis, members clearly have a tremendous ability to positively shape the customer's repair experience and strengthen the image of today's technicians," said Brent Black, iATN founder and president. "In addition, so much of what's learned during the diagnosis and repair of these vehicles is then shared on iATN, making the network a gold mine of information and knowledge for technicians," added Black.

For additional information about iATN, including the latest membership statistics and how to join the network, visit iATN at www.iatn.net.

iATN is supported by the automotive industry's top manufacturers, information providers, suppliers, associations and publications. These industry sponsors, along with sponsoring shop and technician members, make iATN possible.

The iATN Mission of Excellence: To promote the continued growth, success and image of the professional automotive technician by providing a forum for the exchange of knowledge and the promotion of education, professionalism and integrity.

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Editor's Note: The Poll Report located here shows the data and methodology used to determine the averages for the two polls, "How Many Vehicles Do You Personally Service Every Day" and "How Many Days Per Week is Your Repair Shop Open for Business?"

iATN is a registered trademark of the International Automotive Technicians Network.