February 25, 2014

LEAWOOD, KS (February 25, 2014) – Russom’s CARSTAR Collision is expanding the national network for CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts, North America’s largest multi-shop operator network (MSO), with its second location in Dyersburg, TN.

Brad Russom, owner of Russom’s CARSTAR Collision – Rutherford, officially opened Russom’s CARSTAR Collision – Dyersburg, located at 2340 Upper Finley Road, Dyersburg, TN 38024 with a Chamber of Commerce event.

After working with his grandfather, father and uncle in collision repair and rebuilding from an early age, Brad Russom built and opened Brad Russom Motor Company in 1993 in Rutherford, TN. He repaired, painted, performed mechanical repairs and provided wrecker services on his own until the business grew to currently include two repair techs, painter, detailer, mechanic and office staff. Brad Russom Motor Company partnered with CARSTAR in 2010. Russom contributes the continued success and growth of the business to his 35 years of experience in the auto repair business, the longevity of his staff and their commitment to providing an exceptional quality repair experience.

The Dyersburg / Dyer County Chamber of Commerce “Ribbon Cutting” ceremonies were recently held at Russom’s CARSTAR Collision in Dyersburg, Tn.

Shown at right is Brad Russom , owner, doing the honors along with his wife LaDona, and staff from both the Dyersburg and Rutherford stores. They were honored to also have present Dyersburg Mayor John Holden, Chamber President Alan Hester, Chamber Diplomats, many vendors as well as family and friends.

Guests were treated to snacks and a tour of the new facility. Staff was on hand to give explanations’ of the operation and state of the art equipment. Dyersburg and Rutherford are the only facilities in Northwest Tennessee to utilize the waterborne paint system used by the automotive manufacturers. Russom’s CARSTAR also has the heated down draft paint booth and the latest in electronic measuring systems. Guests were surprised to see such a modern facility in this rural area. They enjoyed the welcoming lobby and waiting area as well as the modern, efficient body and paint areas.

In addition, Russom’s CARSTAR Collision was recently named the “Best of the Best” auto body shop in Dyer, TN, by the Tri-City Reporter.

“We congratulate Brad Russom on his expansion to a second store and their continued commitment to operational excellence,” said David Byers, CEO of CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts. “We are thrilled to strengthen our presence in Tennessee with another top-notch collision repair center.”

About CARSTAR

CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts is North America’s largest Multi-Shop Operator Network of independently owned collision repair facilities with more than 440 locations in 31 states and 10 Canadian provinces. CARSTAR delivers national scale, consistently high-quality vehicle repairs, repeatable outcomes and the industry’s highest customer satisfaction ratings; all repairs are backed by a national warranty and service guarantee. For more information visit www.carstar.com. CARSTAR is actively seeking new franchisees. Interested parties should contact Scott Robertson, Vice President of Development at srobertson@carstar.com or 888.505.6815.

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