Cottman Transmission Merger with AAMCO Transmissions

Q         How did this deal come about?

A         AAMCO and Cottman actually started as one company in the late 1950s.  Given that we are neighbors in the Philadelphia market, we often dreamed about what a powerful combination a united company would be. Today’s deal makes that dream a reality. Our combined strengths, resources and expertise create a market leader in the broader automotive aftercare market, with 1,100 plus locations that will be even more convenient for our customers. 

Q         Where will the new headquarters be located?

A         The combined company will be headquartered in Horsham, Montgomery County , Pennsylvania , in the current offices of Cottman.

Q         How many AAMCO service centers will there now be across the U.S. ? 

A         We will have more than 1,100 locations throughout the U.S. and expect to add 50 to 70 new centers a year. Our top markets will be New York , Philadelphia , Los Angeles , Washington D.C. and Atlanta . 

Q         Will the new AAMCO continue to grow by acquisition?

A         Our vision is to remain the world’s transmission specialist while becoming the leader in the automotive aftercare market. Our immediate focus is on ensuring a smooth transition for our employees, franchisees, and customers.   

Q         You are transmission experts. Why should someone go to an AAMCO for other types of repairs?

A         Prior to the merger, both AAMCO and Cottman, industry leaders in the transmission business, began offering complete car care services.  We found that our technicians have stayed at the forefront of electrical, cooling and other driveline technology to correctly repair transmissions and were actually performing other services in conjunction with transmission repairs.  Our new Complete Car Care rollout is just a way of informing customers of our expertise in these other areas and encouraging them to rely on AAMCO for all of their car care needs.

Q         What does this mean for current AAMCO and Cottman customers?

A         It’s business as usual for our customers, with the added benefits of combined strengths, combined expertise and ultimately one stop for all of their car care needs. 

Q         What new services will be offered?

A         We will continue to focus on our core transmission business.  However, we will also offer more comprehensive car services such as electrical work, cooling systems, brakes and complete driveline repairs and maintenance.