MechanicNet.com Integrates With ALLDATA in 'Maintenance Messenger'

    FREMONT, Calif., Feb. 16 MechanicNet.com, the premier
Application Systems Provider (ASP) for the automotive aftermarket, delivers
"Maintenance Messenger" to help technicians effortlessly and proactively
communicate with vehicle owners.  Adding to its toolkit for technicians,
MechanicNet.com, in an alliance with ALLDATA, extends its value to member
shops by delivering TSB titles and service checklists to vehicle owners
through the Maintenance Messenger.
    "Focus groups have revealed a need for customer communications and time
saving tools," says Steven Liao, President of MechanicNet.com.  "Maintenance
Messenger delivers a timely list of manufacturer recommended repairs and
services that bridge knowledge gaps between vehicle owner and technician.
Sticker shock is avoided and value perception is enhanced when vehicle owners
know required services ahead of time."  This mileage and location specific
message is automatically generated as vehicles approach their service
intervals.  It is offered free to MechanicNet.com member shops for use with
their customers.
    MechanicNet.com and ALLDATA continue to strengthen their alliance through
collaborative technologies like Maintenance Messenger.  "ALLDATA
differentiates itself by delivering comprehensive tools that help with the
challenges of running a shop," says Walt Samuelson, EVP/COO, customer
satisfaction of ALLDATA.  "Maintenance Messenger contributes to our objective
of providing the tools to increase professionalism and profitability for the
repair shop customers we serve."
    Bucking the trend, MechanicNet.com continues to roll out communications
and efficiency focused technologies as it expands operations.  With shops in
over 20 states, MechanicNet.com continues to earn praise from its customers.
"I had never used the Internet before, but the folks at MechanicNet.com made
it simple," reports Bob Shipman, owner of Dr. Bob's Auto Repair in Newport
News, VA.  "My customers love my new website and the ability to reach me via
email. This is a great new tool for me."  Consumer response is also strong as
the MechanicNet.com website becomes a reference point for information-seeking
vehicle owners.
    MechanicNet's attentive approach towards technicians has produced
well-received technologies like Maintenance Messenger to compliment its core
suite of services. Among others, the core services include dialup Internet
access, email accounts, online service requests, online coupons, individual
shop websites, shop locator, and feedback forums.  "I did a lot of research on
the different Internet options out there. I selected MechanicNet.com because I
am convinced they are the best," said Jonathan Worth of Cactus Car Care & Smog
in Livermore, CA.

    About MechanicNet.com
    MechanicNet.com is the "Click and Motor" Network, where car care with
confidence is just a click away. MechanicNet.com connects mechanics and car
owners by providing Web presence for mechanics and car care services for
consumers.  Member shops are provided with commerce enabled web sites and
Internet tools to improve communications with their customers.
MechanicNet.com is a privately held company headquartered in Fremont, CA.  For
more information about the company go to http://www.mechanicnet.com or call
877-MECHNET.

    About ALLDATA
    ALLDATA is the leading provider of automotive business solutions to the
Professional Automotive Service Industry. ALLDATA's flagship product, the
ALLDATA(R) database, includes computer-based diagnostic and repair articles,
factory technical service bulletins and illustrations including Original
Equipment wiring diagrams. The ALLDATA(R) database contains detailed
information on more than 20,000 vehicles dating back to 1982 and is accessible
on the Internet, DVD and CD. Visit the ALLDATA web site at http://www.alldata.com for
more information.
    In 1988, ALLDATA delivered its first product, and in 1996
AutoZone purchased the automotive information leader. Over
30,000 professional automotive repair shops across the United States and
Canada depend on ALLDATA for their automotive repair information needs.

    TRADEMARKS:
    MechanicNet.com is a registered trademark of MechanicNet Group, Inc.
ALLDATA is a registered trademark of ALLDATA LLC.